Reviews

"In this spirited history, Castel, a Wichita native, uncovers villains by the dozen but nary a hero."--Wichita Eagle

"This superb history of Kansas during the Civil War era remains a model study that casts great light on the troubled history of the Western border."--David Herbert Donald, author of Lincoln"The best book we have on the Civil War in Kansas."--Allan Nevins, author of The War for the Union"An eminently readable book, reflecting understanding of issues and leaders in a state which entered the Union just as the 'erring sisters' were attempting to depart."--Dudley Taylor Cornish, author of The Sable Arm: Black Troops in the Union Army