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The Source - by  James A Michener (Paperback) - 1 of 1

The Source - by James A Michener (Paperback)

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  • In his signature style of grand storytelling, James A. Michener transports us back thousands of years to the Holy Land.
  • About the Author: James A. Michener was one of the world's most popular writers, the author of more than forty books of fiction and nonfiction, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning 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.
  • 1104 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Historical

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About the Book



Now for the first time in trade paperback, Michener's magnificent and spellbinding expedition through the history of the Holy Land, the source of Western religious and cultural heritage.



Book Synopsis



In his signature style of grand storytelling, James A. Michener transports us back thousands of years to the Holy Land. Through the discoveries of modern archaeologists excavating the site of Tell Makor, Michener vividly re-creates life in an ancient city and traces the profound history of the Jewish people--from the persecution of the early Hebrews, the rise of Christianity, and the Crusades to the founding of Israel and the modern conflict in the Middle East. An epic tale of love, strength, and faith, The Source is a richly written saga that encompasses the history of Western civilization and the great religious and cultural ideas that have shaped our world.

Praise for The Source

"Fascinating . . . stunning . . . [a] wonderful rampage through history . . . Biblical history, as seen through the eyes of a professor who is puzzled, appalled, delighted, enriched and impoverished by the spectacle of a land where all men are archeologists."--The New York Times

"A sweeping [novel] filled with excitement--pagan ritual, the clash of armies, ancient and modern: the evolving drama of man's faith."--The Philadelphia Inquirer

"Magnificent . . . a superlative piece of writing both in scope and technique . . . one of the great books of this generation."--San Francisco Call Bulletin



Review Quotes




"Fascinating . . . stunning . . . [a] wonderful rampage through history . . . Biblical history, as seen through the eyes of a professor who is puzzled, appalled, delighted, enriched and impoverished by the spectacle of a land where all men are archeologists."--The New York Times

"A sweeping [novel] filled with excitement--pagan ritual, the clash of armies, ancient and modern: the evolving drama of man's faith."--The Philadelphia Inquirer

"Magnificent . . . a superlative piece of writing both in scope and technique . . . one of the great books of this generation."--San Francisco Call Bulletin



About the Author



James A. Michener was one of the world's most popular writers, the author of more than forty books of fiction and nonfiction, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning 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. Michener served on the advisory council to NASA and the International Broadcast Board, which oversees the Voice of America. Among dozens of awards and honors, he received America's highest civilian award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, in 1977, and an award from the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities in 1983 for his commitment to art in America. Michener died in 1997 at the age of ninety.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x 1.8 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.5 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 1104
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Historical
Publisher: Dial Press
Theme: General
Format: Paperback
Author: James A Michener
Language: English
Street Date: July 9, 2002
TCIN: 77027356
UPC: 9780375760389
Item Number (DPCI): 247-28-3401
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.8 inches length x 5.4 inches width x 8.3 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.5 pounds
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Q: What writing style is used in The Source?

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  • A: Michener uses a grand storytelling style, vividly recreating historical events and cultures.

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Q: What can readers expect from the character portrayals?

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  • A: Readers can expect rich, complex characters that reflect the evolving drama of faith and human experience.

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Q: What themes are explored in The Source?

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  • A: The Source explores themes of love, strength, faith, and the complex history of the Jewish people.

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Q: What significant historical events are covered in the book?

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  • A: The book covers events like the persecution of the early Hebrews, the rise of Christianity, and the founding of Israel.

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Q: How many pages does The Source contain?

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  • A: The Source contains a total of 1104 pages.

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