Alaska

Alaska

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Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: James A. Michener
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: GUILD PUBLISHING LONDON, 1988

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

James A. Michener's Alaska is an epic historical novel that chronicles the vast and untamed wilderness of the 49th state, tracing its geological formation and the millennia of human habitation. This sweeping narrative spans from prehistoric times through the arrival of Russian explorers, the Klondike Gold Rush, and into the modern era, illustrating the enduring spirit of those who shaped its destiny. Michener masterfully weaves together the lives of diverse characters, from indigenous peoples to intrepid pioneers, against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes and formidable challenges. The book presents a rich tapestry of cultural encounters, environmental struggles, and the relentless pursuit of freedom and prosperity in a land of extremes. It is a monumental work that captures the essence of Alaska's unique heritage and its profound impact on those who call it home.

Author: James A. Michener

Published: 1988, GUILD PUBLISHING LONDON

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Description

Author: James A. Michener
Binding: Hardback
Publisher: GUILD PUBLISHING LONDON, 1988

Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

James A. Michener's Alaska is an epic historical novel that chronicles the vast and untamed wilderness of the 49th state, tracing its geological formation and the millennia of human habitation. This sweeping narrative spans from prehistoric times through the arrival of Russian explorers, the Klondike Gold Rush, and into the modern era, illustrating the enduring spirit of those who shaped its destiny. Michener masterfully weaves together the lives of diverse characters, from indigenous peoples to intrepid pioneers, against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes and formidable challenges. The book presents a rich tapestry of cultural encounters, environmental struggles, and the relentless pursuit of freedom and prosperity in a land of extremes. It is a monumental work that captures the essence of Alaska's unique heritage and its profound impact on those who call it home.