Author Biography
Born in Evanston, Illinois and raised on the North Shore of Chicago, Richard C. Lyons has been a lifelong admirer of the written word. He interweaves his self-motivated education in history, philosophy, and poetry throughout But by the Chance of War. Professionally, he is a third-generation printer, whose father dedicated his life to education in the publishing field. He has been directly and indirectly involved in the printing, publishing, stage, and television production industries throughout his professional career. His educational background took him through Loyola Academy, the University of North Texas and a graduate career at Southern Methodist University, Cox School of Business. He now resides in Chicago with his wife and two children.