Hawaii by James A. Michener
The novel is a sweeping historical saga that traces the history of Hawaii from its formation through volcanic activity, the arrival of the first Polynesians, the coming of the missionaries, the influx of Asian immigrants, to its eventual statehood. The story is told through the experiences of a series of characters, each representing different ethnic groups and periods in Hawaii's history. The book explores themes of cultural clash, adaptation, and survival as it delves into the rich and complex tapestry of cultures that make up Hawaii.
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- Published
- 1959
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Long
- Pages
- 1035
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 5th on The Celebrity Reading List (Gardiner Public Library)
- 49th on 100 Best Western(United States) Works of Fiction (San Francisco Chronicle)
- 99th on Koen Book Distributors Top 100 Books of the Past Century (themodernnovel.com)
- 780th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 150 Great Reads (The Spokesman-Review Spokane Chronicle )