Download or read book Father Struck It Rich written by Evalyn Walsh McLean and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-06 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thomas Walsh discovered fabulous golden wealth in the historic Camp Bird Mine near Ouray, Colorado. His daughter, Evalyn Walsh McLean, tells an engaging true story of the family that wanted for nothing. They led a life of extravagance. It enabled them to acquire possessions such as the Hope Diamond and the fabulous homes that hosted spectacular social functions and served as retreats for kings and presidents.-Print ed.