Six Months In Kansas (1856)

By Hannah Anderson Ropes

Book Overview

Six Months in Kansas is a compelling memoir written by Hannah Anderson Ropes in 1856. The book chronicles Ropes' experiences during her six-month stay in the newly formed state of Kansas, which was then embroiled in a heated debate over slavery. Ropes, a young New England schoolteacher, was sent to Kansas by the New England Emigrant Aid Society to establish a school in Lawrence, a town that had become a hotbed of pro-slavery and anti-slavery activities.The book is divided into six sections, each detailing Ropes' experiences during a different month of her stay in Kansas. Through her vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, Ropes provides a firsthand account of the political turmoil and violence that characterized the state at the time. She describes the intimidation and threats she and her fellow abolitionists faced from pro-slavery forces, as well as the brutal attacks and massacres that occurred in Lawrence and other towns.Despite the danger and uncertainty, Ropes remained committed to her mission of educating the children of Lawrence. She describes the challenges she faced in setting up her school, including the lack of resources and the constant threat of violence. Ropes also provides insight into the daily life of the town, including the social customs, religious practices, and economic conditions.Six Months in Kansas is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a pivotal moment in American history. Ropes' firsthand account provides a unique perspective on the struggle over slavery that ultimately led to the Civil War. The book is an engaging and informative read that will appeal to anyone interested in American history, politics, and social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437085415
• ISBN13: 9781437085419
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"