This fascinating story of the development of Oceana County, Michigan, is also the story of much of the State of Michigan, as it grew from an undeveloped, pristine area in the 1840s into the flourishing state it became by the 1890s. As you become immersed in this book you'll develop a great feel for what it was like to be one of the Oceana County pioneers and the hardships they faced - as well as the pleasures, accomplishments, and satisfactions (as well as some of the nefarious and humorous events) they encountered. Join them, then, as you re-live the history of Oceana County. Enjoy!