Showcase Kansas Educational Series Volume 1: Symbols of Kansas

Mention Kansas and what comes to mind? As far back as 1822, they were calling it the "Great American Desert," but actually it's only the extreme southwest corner that exhibits real desert features. Focusing on symbols commonly associated with the state, we literally get a picture of how Kansans view their state and also how others see it. Using these images as signposts, we travel the length and breadth of the "Two by Four" state, learning what these symbols reveal about the history, geography, population, agriculture and commerce, and emerging with an impression of a beautiful, wealthy state, rich in history. Fact-filled, lively, and beautifully photographed , Symbols of Kansas is demonstrated proof that there is, indeed, plenty of "there" there. Recommended. Note: an elaborate, interdisciplinary detailed manual is also available for $19.95. (J. Reed)