Myron Smith Towne, who came from Pennsylvania and fought with the Union in the Civil War, sought his fortune by going west, only to encounter hard times, disappointment, and finally success in a small north Missouri town. While Towne attained no high office, great wealth, or special renown, he had certain extraordinary qualities. He was observant and reflective in a time of sweeping and profound change. Through his letters, diaries, and the stories he shared with his family, we come face to face with a dynamic society at the turn of the century in America. Through his determined quest we are able to explore paramount themes of the time - the measure and pursuit of success in particular. Price: $25 plus shipping and handling, $10 of which goes to the Dr. Ruth Warner Towne Memorial Delta Zeta Scholarship Fund. Thomas Jefferson University Press McClain 111L 100 East Normal Kirksville, Missouri 63501-4221