The fourhundredyear saga of americas eastern shore, from its native american roots to the present. Michener ambushes the reader in the scenery mcgrath, 156. This is the stated fawcett first edition from 1978. Michener has conceived and written an epic novel about the land we now know as the chesapeake bay region. Signed on the halftitle page without inscription by both author and illustrator james a. Using his characteristic writing style of starting at the very beginning in this case, with the native american indians and then developing the story generation after generation through his rich and interesting characters, michener tells the complete story of the. The central scene of micheners historical novel is that section of marylands eastern shore, hardly more than 10 miles square. As his debut, and probably most famous, work, first editions of tales of the south pacific are popular amongst collectors. Best known for his novels, he wrote epic and detailed works classified as fictional documentaries. James a michener 1907 1997 james albert michener february 3, 1907 october 16, 1997 was an american author of more than 40 books, most of which were fictional, lengthy family sagas covering the lives of many generations in particular geographic locales and incorporating solid history. Book and jacket in very good condition, has not been price clipped. First trade edition, first printing, of michener s epic novel, wonderfully inscribed by him to louella parsons on the title page in the month prior to publication, at louellas oct. Additional information shipping and handling refunds and returns additional information. The success of james micheners chesapeake explains three major elements about the nature of bestselling fiction.
There is light to mild wearrubbing to the spine and. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 16 pages and is available in paperback format. The main characters of this fiction, historical story are. His first novel was the fires of spring, which was published in 1949. Buy chesapeake by james a michener online at alibris. Michener chesapeake fawcett crest new york chesapeake this book contains the complete text of the original hardcover edition. Chesapeake kindle edition published december 17th 20 by the dial press kindle edition, 1,026 pages authors.
Combining fact with riveting adventure and intrigue, michener follows a military man. When i was a kid of about 12 i went camping on the eastern shore across from turkey point. Micheners books in order of when they were first released. Chesapeake by james a michener book cover, description, publication history. In the corgi paperback edition i have, franklin enters on page 498. James a michener the quality of life slipcased first edition.
Michener and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It was published by fawcett and has a total of 1024 pages in the book. Chesapeake chronicles 400 years of life on marylands eastern shore. My third pregnancy was very stressful and my doctor actually prescribed this book.
Michener a fine first printing of the first edition that has some minor scuffing to the dustjacket that is otherwise fine. Hawaii james michner books, james a michener, book authors. Preceded only by a signed limited edition of 500 copies, issued the same year. Chesapeake first edition hardcover january 1, 1978 by james a. The wall street journal a marvelous panorama of history seen in the lives of symbolic people of the ages. Through much of the first half of the book, it seems to be a novelized history of the jewish peoples, their trials, tribulations and laws. Ive been fortunate enough to read several of james a.
Michener was one of the worlds most popular writers, the author of more. Used books i love books books to read my books cover art james a michener thing 1 love reading reading books. First trade edition, first printing, of micheners epic novel, wonderfully inscribed by him to louella parsons on the title page in the month prior to publication, at louellas oct. I first sailed upon the chesapeake in 1927 and was a. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. James michener, american novelist and shortstory writer who, perhaps more than any other single author, made foreign environments accessible to americans through fiction. February 3, 1907 october 16, 1997 was an american author. Michener was one of the worlds most popular writers, the author of more than forty books of fiction and nonfiction, including the pulitzer prizewinning tales of the south pacific, the bestselling novels the source, hawaii, alaska, chesapeake, centennial, more. The story deals with several families living in the chesapeake bay area around virginia and maryland, from 1583 to 1978. Chesapeake james a michener everyone living around the chesapeake bay should read this. James a michener centennial signed 1st edition 1974. The title of this book is chesapeake and it was written by james a. Get the best deals on james michener 1st edition books when you shop the largest online selection at. Hawaii by james michener hardcover 1959 first edition ebay.
I have a first edition that i have just started to read for the 4th time. Limited first edition of numbered and signed copies in slipcase copies on abebooks copies on ebay. Michener, as he is popularly known as, is a well known novelist, philanthropist and story writer from pennsylvania, united states. James michener signed limited first edition of centennial. Michener 1978, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Chesapeake first edition signed james michener bauman. Find all the books, read about the author, and more.
In fact, ive read this book twice, which is no small task, given its 900plus pages. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 1024 pages and is available in paperback format. Michener was one of the worlds most popular writers, the author of more than forty books of fiction and nonfiction, including the pulitzer pri. Find great deals on ebay for james michener books and james michener hawaii. Michener had numerous bestsellers and works selected for book of the month. This is michener s famed historical novel of the tidewater region of the chesapeake, i n a special presentation edition, signed at title page 1978, in slipcase. I live close to the chesapeake so this book really struck a cord. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading chesapeake. At that time i knew i was going to return to boat in this area when i was. Michener brings history to life with this 400year saga of americas great bay and its eastern shore.
Michener became a published author in 1948 with the short story collection tales of the south pacific. I have a first edition that i have just started to read for the. Michener was one of the worlds most popular writers, the author of more than forty books of fiction and nonfiction, including the pulitzer prizewinning tales of the south pacific, the bestselling novels the source, hawaii, alaska, chesapeake, centennial, texas, caribbean, and caravans, and the memoir the world is my home. James michener 1st edition books for sale in stock ebay. Micheners works, and centennial is by far my favorite from this gifted author. The book is handsigned by michener on the first title page and is a first edition, first printing. A novel by the pulitzer prizewinning author, james a. Chesapeake by james michener, first edition abebooks passion for books. Michener paperback, 1980 at the best online prices at ebay. The hundred or so characters are firmly presented as types e. He wrote more than 40 books, most of which were lengthy, fictional family sagas covering the lives of many generations in particular geographic locales and incorporating solid history. Published september 9th 2003 by dial press first published 1978. Chesapeake first edition superdealbooks contemporary literature. James a michener books biography and list of works.
Michener was one of the worlds most popular writers, the author of more than forty books of fiction and nonfiction, including the pulitzer prizewinning tales of the south pacific, the bestselling novels the source, hawaii, alaska, chesapeake, centennial, more about james a. It is said that the choptank quakers association near the choptank river is the first religious organization to ban slavery. This is micheners famed historical novel of the tidewater region of the chesapeake, i n a special presentation edition, signed at title page 1978, in slipcase. Real and imaginary figures play their part, including christopher columbus and fidel castro. First trade edition, first printing, of this historical novel, signed by michener. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. To this point come the founders of families that will dominate the story. There is light to mild wearrubbing to the spine and its gilt titles, else minimal wear, clean and tight. Its chief character is the caribbean sea and it spans centuries of adventure, from the world of the indigenous arawaks to the present day. The main characters of this historical, historical fiction story are. At that time i knew i was going to return to boat in this area when i was older. Michener died in 1997 of kidney failure at the age of 90. Unfollow books by james michener to stop getting updates on. Near fine book except for some foxing on top and bottom edges and forend also some water damage on last few pages of book.
The first edition of the novel was published in 1978, and was written by james a. Published by fawcett crest books, a unit of cbs publications, the consumer publishing division of cbs inc. He is most famous for writing the multigeneration historical and fictional stories. James was born on february 3, 1907 in new york, united states. Customs services and international tracking provided. Free download or read online chesapeake pdf epub book. Chesapeake by james michener, first edition abebooks. The first edition of the novel was published in 1959, and was written by james a. Hawaii by james a michener 1st edition random house 1959 book novel. Michener first edition 1978, hardcover 1st edition. James a michener books biography and list of works author. Michener, james a chesapeake university of virginia.
Chesapeake first edition hardcover january 1, 1978. Without the frame or the focus that loosely held centennial together, this massive but arbitrarily fragmented eastcoast community historya maryland island, 15831978is almost devoid of traditional novelistic pleasure. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Michener first published 1978 sort by title original date published date published avg rating num ratings format format paperback hardcover mass market paperback kindle edition nook ebook library binding audiobook audio cd audio cassette audible audio cdrom mp3 cd board book leather bound unbound spiralbound unknown binding. Michener brings his grand epic tradition to bear on the fourhundredyear saga of americas. Michener retells south pacific signed first edition first print. The success of james michener s chesapeake explains three major elements about the nature of bestselling fiction. This particular edition is in a mass market paperback format. Michener served on the advisory council to nasa and the. Space a novel by james michener 1982 first edition hardcover.
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