Tree in the Trail

Using a tree as a witness adds a unique, timeless voice to the story. I'm curious how the author decided on this point of view and what it adds to the narrative.

The idea of a tree witnessing historical events made me think about the environment’s silent role. Does this perspective make the past feel more alive or more distant?

As a reader interested in history, I wondered if the author took creative liberties or kept closely to known facts. How much research went into portraying the trail authentically?