Eighty And On: The Unending Adventurings Of Chase S. Osborn

By Stellanova Osborn

Book Overview

Eighty And On: The Unending Adventurings Of Chase S. Osborn is a fascinating biography of Chase S. Osborn, written by his daughter Stellanova Osborn. Chase S. Osborn was a man who lived a life full of adventure, even into his 80s. He was a journalist, a politician, a conservationist, and a lover of nature. He served as the Governor of Michigan from 1911 to 1913, and during his time in office, he worked to protect Michigan's natural resources. He also served as a United States Senator from Michigan from 1919 to 1929. In this book, Stellanova Osborn shares the story of her father's life, from his early years growing up in a small town in Wisconsin to his adventures in the wilderness of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. She shares stories of his travels around the world, his love of fishing and hunting, and his dedication to preserving the natural world. Through her father's story, Stellanova Osborn also explores the history of Michigan and the United States during the early 20th century. She describes the political and social climate of the time, as well as the challenges that her father faced as a conservationist and politician. Overall, Eighty And On: The Unending Adventurings Of Chase S. Osborn is a captivating biography that offers a unique perspective on the life of a remarkable man. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Michigan history, conservation, or the life of a true adventurer.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: 1432579630
• ISBN13: 9781432579630
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"