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Alaskaby James A. MichenerISBN 037576142X (0-375-76142-X)
Softcover, Random House Inc
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Alaska'Book summary:In this sweeping epic of the northernmost American frontier, James A. Michener guides us across Alaskas fierce terrain, from the long-forgotten past to the bustling technological present, as his characters struggle for survival. The exciting high points of Alaskas story, from its brutal prehistory, through the nineteenth century and the American acquisition, to its modern status as Americas thriving forty-ninth state, are brought vividly to life in this remarkable novel: the gold rush; the tremendous growth and exploitation of the salmon industry; the discovery of oil and its social and economic consequences; the difficult construction of the Alcan Highway, which made possible the defense of the territory in World War II. A spellbinding portrait of a human community struggling to establish its place in the world, Alaska traces a bold and majestic history of the enduring spirit of a land and its people. [via]
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The Bridge at Andauby James A. MichenerISBN 039441778X (0-394-41778-X)
Hardcover, Random House Publishing Group
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› Find signed collectible books: 'The Bridge at Andau'Book summary:At four o'clock in the morning on a Sunday in November 1956, the city of Budapest was awakened by the shattering sound of Russian tanks tearing the city apart. The Hungarian revolution -- five brief, glorious days of freedom that had yielded a glimpse at a different kind of future -- was over.
But there was a bridge at Andau, on the Austrian border, and if a Hungarian could reach that bridge, he was nearly free. It was about the most inconsequential bridge in Europe, but by an accident of history it became, for a few flaming weeks, one of the most important bridges in the world, for across its unsteady planks fled the soul of a nation....
Here is James A. Michener at his most gripping, with a historic account of a people in desperate revolt, a true story as searing and unforgettable as any of his bestselling works of fiction. [via]More editions of The Bridge at Andau:
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The Bridges at Toko-Riby James A. MichenerISBN 0394417801 (0-394-41780-1)
Hardcover, Random House Publishing Group
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› Find signed collectible books: 'The Bridges at Toko-Ri'Book summary:FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. [via]
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Caravansby James A. MichenerISBN 0394418492 (0-394-41849-2)
Hardcover, Random House Publishing Group
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Caravans'Book summary:In this romantic adventure of wild Afghanistan, master storyteller James Michener mixes the allure of the past with the dangers of today. After an impetuous American girl, Ellen Jasper, marries a young Afghan engineer, her parents hear no word from her. Although she wants freedom to do as she wishes, not even she is sure what that means. In the meantime, she is as good as lost in that wild land, perhaps forever....
"An extraordinary novel....Brilliant."
THE NEW YORK TIMES
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Creatures of the Kingdomby James A. MichenerISBN 0345483030 (0-345-48303-0)
Softcover, Ballantine Books
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Creatures of the Kingdom'Book summary:If you know James Michener solely for his entertaining, exhaustively researched epic novels, the short essays in Creatures of the Kingdom may come as a surprise, though all but one are excerpted from five of his most popular works. Mostly tales of animal life told in a strong narrative voice from the animal's anthropomorphized point of view, these 16 pieces evince a clear affection for their subjects and are told with an essential goodwill that is reminiscent of James Herriot. Good tales on their own (each piece stands alone and is not hampered by being taken out of context), the stories selected for this anthology also serve to showcase the gentle humor that infuses Michener's body of work, but which is generally overshadowed by the sheer weight of information and ideas in cumbrous books that could easily double as doorstops. By contrast, Creatures of the Kingdom clocks in at a digestible 281 pages and will appeal to anyone who enjoys reading about natural history or zoology. It is also likely to be a favorite with adolescent readers who favor animal stories but are getting too advanced for reading material aimed at their own age group--or who have depleted the available youth titles and are ready to move on. --Brenda Pittsley [via]
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The Fires of Springby James A. MichenerISBN 0345483057 (0-345-48305-7)
Softcover, Fawcett Books
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› Find signed collectible books: 'The Fires Of Spring'Book summary:"A warm-hearted, readable story, crammed with lively incident and remarkable characters."
THE ATLANTIC
David Harper was an orphan, loney and impoverished. But his longing to embrace the world that abandoned him was stronger than the harsh realities. And even though he's a con man and petty thief at a carnival, he still dreams. For it was there that David learned about love and about women--all of whom taught him the riches of himself.
Here is a rich segment of American life--a magic blend of longing and wisdom, saltiness, simplicity, and compassion. [via] 
The Fragile South Pacific: An Ecological Odysseyby James A. MichenerISBN 0292724667 (0-292-72466-7)
Hardcover, Univ of Texas Pr
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The Genius Belt : The Story of the Arts in Bucks County, Pennsylvaniaby George S. Bush, James A. MichenerISBN 0271016736 (0-271-01673-6)
Softcover, Pennsylvania State University Press
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› Find signed collectible books: 'The Genius Belt : The Story of the Arts in Bucks County, Pennsylvania'Book summary:Bucks County, Pennsylvania-the name conjures up images of colonial villages, pastoral vistas, and famous artists. Walking down the streets of Doylestown or New Hope in the 1930s or 40s, you might have glimpsed humorist Dorothy Parker at a lunch counter or satirist S. J. Perelman at the hardware store, not to mention Pulitzer-Prize-winning writers like Oscar Hammerstein, James A. Michener, George S. Kaufman, Moss Hart, or Pearl S. Buck. Thanks to cheap real estate, proximity to New York City, and the lure of country living, Bucks County became such a well-known haven for creativity that the New York media began to call it "the genius belt."This book tells the story of Bucks County's rich artistic tradition: from the nineteenthcentury's best-known primitive painter, Edward Hicks, to the turn-of-the-century birth of a major art colony along the Delaware River, to the influx of literary and theatrical figures during the Depression. A colorful introduction by James Michener begins with the renowned author's boyhood in Doylestown and recalls his delightful memories of the county's 'golden years.' George S. Bush is a former editor at the old Saturday Evening Post, Look, and Better Homesand Gardens. He is a resident of Bucks County, Pennsylvania. [via]
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Hawaiiby James A. MichenerISBN 0375760377 (0-375-76037-7)
Softcover, Random House Inc
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Hawaii'Book summary:In Hawaii, Pulitzer Prizewinning author James Michener weaves the classic saga that brought Hawaiis epic history vividly alive to the American public on its initial publication in 1959, and continues to mesmerize even today.
The volcanic processes by which the Hawaiian Islands grew from the ocean floor were inconceivably slow, and the land remained untouched by man for countless centuries until, little more than a thousand years ago, Polynesian seafarers made the perilous journey across the Pacific and discovered their new home. They lived and flourished in this tropical paradise according to their ancient traditions and beliefs until, in the early nineteenth century, American missionaries arrived, bringing a new creed and a new way of life to a Stone Age society. The impact of the missionaries had only begun to be absorbed when other national groups, with equally different customs, began to migrate in great numbers to the islands. The story of modern Hawaii, and of this novel, is one of how disparate peoples, struggling to keep their identity yet live with one another in harmony, ultimately joined together to build Americas strong and vital fiftieth state. [via] -
Iberiaby James A. Michener , Robert VavraISBN 0394429826 (0-394-42982-6)
Hardcover, Random House Publishing Group
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Iberia'Book summary:(Literature) Signed by Michener, number 182 of 500. (9 1/2 X 6 3/4). Hardcover. Scuff + Apparent Sticker Removal to Signed Page. No Case as Issued. Very Good. [via]
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Legacy and Recessionalby James A. MichenerISBN 0099279355 (0-09-927935-5)
Softcover, Random House
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Presidential Lottery: The Reckless Gamble in the American Electoral Systemby James A. MichenerISBN 0394414691 (0-394-41469-1)
Hardcover, Random House Publishing Group
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Six Days in Havanaby James A. Michener , John KingsISBN 028562959X (0-285-62959-X)
Hardcover, Souvenir Press Limited
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Six Days in Havana'Book summary:When James Michener visited Havana with his associate John Kings, he was only researching Cuba for a new novel on the Caribbean, but he found much more to excite his interest. Michener's insightful text and Kings's evocative photographs record their impressions of Havana thirty years after the Revolution. [via]
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The Sourceby James A. MichenerISBN 0375760385 (0-375-76038-5)
Softcover, Random House Inc
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› Find signed collectible books: 'The Source'Book summary:In his signature style of grand storytelling, James Michener sweeps us back through time to the Holy Land, thousands of years ago. By exploring the lives and discoveries of modern archaeologists excavating the site of Tell Makor, Michener vividly re-creates life in and around an ancient city during critical periods of its existence, and traces the profound history of the Jews, including that of the early Hebrews and their persecution, the impact of Christianity on the Jewish world, the Crusades, and the Spanish Inquisition. Michener weaves his epic tale of love, strength, and faith until at last he arrives at the founding of Israel and the modern conflict in the Middle East. The Source is not only a compelling history of the Holy Land and its people but a richly written saga that encompasses the development of Western civilization and the great religious and cultural ideas that have shaped our world. [via]
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South Pacificby James A. Michener , Michael HagueISBN 0152006184 (0-15-200618-4)
Hardcover, Harcourt Children's Books
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› Find signed collectible books: 'South Pacific'Book summary:The New York Times described South Pacific, the winner of the Pulitzer Prize and nine Tonys, as "magnificent ... lively, warm, fresh and beautiful." Our deluxe revised Vocal Selections features 15 beloved songs by Rodgers and Hammerstein, a biography, plot synopsis, history of the show, and photos! Includes: Bali Ha'i * Happy Talk * Honey Bun * I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair * Some Enchanted Evening * There Is Nothin' like a Dame * A Wonderful Guy * and more. [via]
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Sports In Americaby James A. MichenerISBN 0345483065 (0-345-48306-5)
Softcover, Ballantine Books
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Sports In America'Book summary:"A comprehensive, controversial examination of sports as a major force in American life." Los Angeles Times
There is a crisis in American sports, and it's getting worse. Drugs, violence, and the corrupting effects of money and fame. Even before these problems made national headlines, master writer James A. Michener was growing concerned about the state of sports in America. Only Michener could tackle a subject so big and leave us amazed and apalled by what we've learned, yet still loving the games we grew up on.
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Tales of the South Pacificby James A. MichenerISBN 0025845403 (0-02-584540-3)
Hardcover, Simon & Schuster
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Tales of the South Pacific'Book summary:"Truly one of the most remarkable books to come out of the war. Mr. Michener is a born story-teller."
THE NEW YORK TIMES
Winner of the 1948 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction
Enter the exotic world of the South Pacific, meet the men and women caught up in the drama of a big war. The young Marine who falls madly in love with a beautiful Tonkinese girl. Nurse Nellie and her French planter, Emile De Becque. The soldiers, sailors, and nurses playing at war and waiting for love in a tropic paradise. [via]More editions of Tales of the South Pacific:
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Texasby James A. MichenerISBN 0375761411 (0-375-76141-1)
Softcover, Random House Inc
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Texas'Book summary:In this magnificent historical novel, James A. Michener masterfully combines fact and fiction to present Americas richest, most expansive and diversified state. Spanning four and a half centuries, this monumental saga charts the epic history of Texas, from its Spanish roots in the age of the conquistadors, to its modern-day American character, shaped by oil and industry. A stunning achievement by a literary master, Texas is a tale of violence and conflict, patriotism and statesmanship, growth and development. Among Micheners finely drawn cast of characters, emotional and political alliances are made and broken; loyalties are established over the course of Texass remarkable history, only to be betrayed by the expansion of wealth and industry. With Michener as our guide, this novel is as exciting as it is informative. [via]
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With Fire and Swordby James A. MichenerISBN 0020820445 (0-02-082044-5)
Softcover, Simon & Schuster
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› Find signed collectible books: 'With Fire and Sword'Book summary:This powerful novel, "a Polish Gone with the Wind" (New York Times Book Review), is set in the 17th century and follows the struggle of the kingdom of Poland to maintain its unity in the face of the Cossack-led peasant rebellion. Foreword by James Michener. [via]
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Years of Infamy : The Untold Story of America's Concentration Campsby James A. MichenerISBN 0295974842 (0-295-97484-2)
Softcover, University of Washington Press
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› Find signed collectible books: 'Years of Infamy : The Untold Story of America's Concentration Camps'Book summary:"A truly excellent and moving book ...The story of the concentration camps for Japanese has often been told, but usually with an emphasis on the silver lining ...Michi Weglyn concentrates instead on the other side of the picture. "Years of Infamy" is hard hitting but fair and balanced. It is a terrible story of administrative callousness and bungling, untold damage to the human soul, confusion, and terror."- Edwin O. Reischauer, former U.S. Ambassador to Japan. [via]
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