From the Book - Revised edition.
Exploration and settlement
1. Land: Rushing rivers. Lush pastures. Dense forests. The world's longest caves. Kentucky is a land of natural wonders
2. First People: Meet the people who blazed the first trails through the wilds of Kentucky
3. Exploration and Settlement: Explorers and hunters spread the word about the rich land of Kentucky, and settlers begin pouring in
4. Growth and Change: A young and growing state produces national leaders-and is torn by Civil War
5. More Modern Times: Big coal mines bring big changes to Kentucky. And African Americans and others struggle for civil rights
6. People: Get to know the state's artists, athletes, and ordinary folks, and find out what they like to do-and eat
7. Government: Learn about state laws and the people who govern Kentucky
8. Economy: From cars to coal, farms to factories, Kentuckians are hard at work
9. Travel Guide: Explore the back roads. Enjoy the city streets. History, horses, music, and more: it's all in Kentucky
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