Here's what we know:
* Early Years: He started school in Minneapolis, Minnesota and later went to Chicago, Illinois, but dropped out in the 6th grade.
* Moving Around: He continued his education sporadically, going to school in California, Montana, and Wyoming, as well as other locations.
* Finishing School: He eventually earned his GED (General Educational Development) certificate as an adult.
While he didn't have a consistent school experience, he was always a voracious reader and self-taught learner, which ultimately shaped his writing and storytelling.