The book "The Price of the Prairie: The Story of Kansas" by Margaret Hill McCarter tells about the adventures and trials of a young family who decided to settle on a distant American prairie. During the move to a new place of residence, the actions of the heroes are intertwined with important historical events and social realities of the 19th century. The author depicts the life of the pioneers, their encounters with the native inhabitants of the prairies and the inconsistency of the American dream. The Price of the Prairie: A Kansas Story is a gripping romantic tale of courage, love, and faith in the future that leaves the reader with deep thoughts about the values of true home and one's place in the world.