James Oliver Curwood

Novelist

Birthday June 12, 1878

Birth Sign Gemini

Birthplace Michigan

DEATH DATE Aug 13, 1927 (49)

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About

An American writer and conservationist, he is known for such bestselling novels as Baree, Son of Kazan; The Courage of Marge O'Doone; The Wolf Hunters, and Nomads of the North. Many of his works were adapted into films.

Before Fame

He quit college and became a reporter, selling his first story to the Detroit News-Tribune.

Trivia

His Michigan writing studio, known as Curwood Castle, was converted into a museum after his death.

Family Life

He married Cora Leon Johnson in 1900.

Associated With

His novel The Wolf Hunters was made into a film starring John Wayne.