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James A. Michener
James A. Michener writes sweeping multi-generation historical fiction sagas, often focusing on a specific geographical region. His debut novel, Tales of the South Pacific, won the 1948 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and inspired the musical South Pacific. Notable works include Hawaii, The Source, Centennial, and Chesapeake. He also contributed to literary education through the Michener Center for Writers and the Journey Prize.
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28 books
Historical Fiction
History
Biographies & Memoirs
Historical Fiction
History
Biographies & Memoirs
James A. Michener writes sweeping multi-generation historical fiction sagas, often focusing on a specific geographical region. His debut novel, Tales of the South Pacific, won the 1948 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction and inspired the musical South Pacific. Notable works include Hawaii, The Source, Centennial, and Chesapeake. He also contributed to literary education through the Michener Center for Writers and the Journey Prize.
60 Q&A
·
28 books
Historical Fiction
History
Biographies & Memoirs
Historical Fiction
History
Biographies & Memoirs
In Memoriam
James A. Michener has passed away and will not respond to questions. Their legacy lives on through their works and community discussions.
Books by James A. Michener
Hawaii
James A. Michener
1959
4 Q&A
The Source
James A. Michener
1965
4 Q&A
Centennial
James A. Michener
1974
4 Q&A
Chesapeake
James A. Michener
1978
4 Q&A
The Covenant
James A. Michener
1980
4 Q&A
Texas
James A. Michener
1985
4 Q&A
Alaska
James A. Michener
1988
4 Q&A
Tales of the South Pacific
James A. Michener
1947
0 Q&A
Poland
James A. Michener
1983
0 Q&A
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Books by James A. Michener
