"Chronicles the life of Missouri native Jessie Benton Frémont--firm opponent of slavery and writer of such works as A Year of American Travel and Souvenirs of My Time, daughter of Senator Thomas Hart Benton, and wife of army explorer and first Republican Party nominee John Charles Frémont"--Provided by publisher.

"History of early schools in Missouri, including accounts of teaching materials and methods and schoolday activities. Describes schools in frontier settlements such as Ste. Genevieve. Discusses the beginnings of public education in the 1850s and the contributions of John Berry Meachum, James Milton Turner, and other African American leaders"--Provided by publisher.

"Drawing on Mary and George Sibley's journals and letters, Wolferman brings to life one of Missouri's most remarkable women educators, the founder of Lindenwood University. Sibley's views regarding women's social and political roles, slavery, temperance, religion, and other topics reflect educational and social developments on the frontier and nationwide"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the historical and cultural significance of Missouri caves, describing ways that people have used them historically for shelter, cold storage, burials, moonshine stills, mining, and even as hideouts for Civil War soldiers and outlaws including Jesse James. Describes growing public appreciation and conservation of these unique and beautiful resources"--Provided by publisher.