Books set in Oklahoma

Exploring literature set in Oklahoma offers a rich tapestry of stories that capture the state's unique culture, history, and landscapes. Here are some notable books that transport readers to the heart of Oklahoma:

Pigs in Heaven by Barbara Kingsolver: This novel continues the story from 'The Bean Trees,' exploring themes of family and cultural identity as it traverses between Oklahoma and other locales.

True Grit by Charles Portis is a classic Western novel that follows a young girl's quest for justice as she ventures into Indian Territory (modern-day Oklahoma) to avenge her father's death. (I saw the movies with Jeff Bridges.) (The original has John Wayne who won an Oscar)

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann

A gripping non-fiction account of the Osage Nation murders in the 1920s, shedding light on a dark chapter in Oklahoma's history and the early days of the FBI.

Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls

A touching tale of a young boy and his two hunting dogs, set against the backdrop of the Ozark Mountains in northeastern Oklahoma.

The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton

A groundbreaking young adult novel that delves into the lives of teenage 'Greasers' and 'Socs' in 1960s Tulsa, exploring themes of class conflict and identity. Tulsa has a museum of the movie. Here is the website: www.theoutsidershouse.com

The Outsiders House Museum

(29 reviews) · Museum in Tulsa, OK

731 N St. Louis Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106 · 98 mi

(970) 988-4381

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