ETUDE: A NOVELLA

Donovan Hamilton is an Oklahoman, born in his grandparent's ranch-house which is noted for being part of Creek Indian history. But he is not Indian. A farm boy, his destiny was soon evident because of World War Two, with time spent inthe Philippine Islands before he saw duty in the military Occupation of Japan. Once again at home, he has been fortunate studying history, traveling abroad, including two return trips to Japan, a career in the airline industry and in the teaching profession. Now retired, and a full 87 years young, he has earned two degrees, BA University of Oklahoma and MA Oklahoma State University.