Bigger than Texas!, this newest Michener novel is #1 from coast to coast. Told as only Michener can, this is the titanic epic of the forty-ninth state in all its magnificence and mystery. It Michener can make it come alive. "Colorful, informative and historically accurate!"--Los Angeles Times Book Review. "Vividly detailed scenes and well-developed characters!"
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Bigger than Texas!, this newest Michener novel is #1 from coast to coast. Told as only Michener can, this is the titanic epic of the forty-ninth state in all its magnificence and mystery. It Michener can make it come alive. "Colorful, informative and historically accurate!"--Los Angeles Times Book Review. "Vividly detailed scenes and well-developed characters!"
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Add this copy of Alaska to cart. $19.03, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Baltimore rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Halethorpe, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1989 by Turtleback Books.
The beginning is very interesting talking about the formation of Alaska, at one time, it was on the Equator, and then moved onto the people, and how they came there. It does deal a lot with Russia and it's religion, so be prepared to spend some time in Russia. I disliked the sea otter section, to this day, I feel bad for those poor animals, otherwise it is good book to read. Its a 'Michener' book, he can get very looooong winded in sections.
DonKofAK
Feb 4, 2017
The introduction to Alaska for all Chechakos
This is the historical fiction book that explains Alaska to the readers. It starts from the beginning and works through the end of the 20th century.
I urge all newcomers (Chechakos) to read the book to understand how this unique state came to be what it is today. Many young people graduating from high school should read it to flesh out the knowledge they've acquired while living here.
Very readable, I highly recommend this well-researched book.
Ronald H
Nov 7, 2013
Tremendous history
Everyone interested in the history of Alaska...this is a must read.
strikerzz
May 17, 2007
Micheners Alaska
James Michener is very descriptive in all of his books. I am truly sad when I finish a book. I feel that I am leaving friends behind. He not only describes the location but the personalities that lived through the ages in the location of each book. I have never visited Alaska but I believe I have seen it through his eyes. It is possibly the next best thing to being there.