Kansas has a rich and varied history, and this book tells the story of the state from its earliest days to the present. It covers important events and people, as well as the natural and cultural features that make Kansas unique. Arnold's engaging writing style makes this book a pleasure to read for anyone interested in the history of the American Midwest. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.