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This is a 1956 University of Oregon yearbook featuring writer and counter-culture icon Ken Kesey, as well as Nike founder Phil Knight.
Ken Elton Kesey (September 17, 1935 – November 10, 2001) was an American novelist, essayist and countercultural figure. He considered himself a link between the Beat Generation of the 1950s and the hippies of the 1960s.
Kesey was born in La Junta, Colorado, and grew up in Springfield, Oregon, graduating from the University of Oregon in 1957. He began writing One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest in 1960 after completing a graduate fellowship in creative writing at Stanford University; the novel was an immediate commercial and critical success when published two years later. During this period, Kesey participated in CIA-financed studies involving hallucinogenic drugs (including mescaline and LSD) to supplement his income.
Knight is a graduate of the University of Oregon and the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He was part of the track and field club under coach Bill Bowerman at the University of Oregon with whom he would later co-found Nike.
The yearbook captures the history of the university and the events that took place during the academic year. It is a rare piece of historical memorabilia that is perfect for collectors, especially those interested in colleges and universities.
The yearbook is in good shape with slight signs of use but still holds its value. It is an excellent addition to any collection, and its historical significance is undeniable. Own a piece of history with this 1956 University of Oregon yearbook.
