Centennial A Novel
Centennial A Novel by James A. Michener, published by Random House Publishing Group on May 29, 2007, spans 1104 pages and is presented in English. This narrative commemorates the Bicentennial in 1976 and offers a detailed exploration of the American West, particularly focusing on the history and development of Colorado. Through a rich tapestry of characters, including Lame Beaver, an Arapaho chieftain, and Levi Zendt, who escapes from Amish country, the story delves into the lives of trappers, traders, and homesteaders, capturing the essence of the frontier experience.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of the dramatic conflicts and cultural interactions that shaped the West and influenced the nation’s destiny. The novel intertwines themes of historical fiction and adventure, showcasing the struggles and triumphs of its diverse characters. As the narrative unfolds, it highlights the complexities of life in a rapidly changing landscape, making it a significant contribution to the genre of sagas. This edition invites readers to engage with the multifaceted history of the region through Michener’s storytelling.
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Written to commemorate the Bicentennial in 1976, James A. Michener’s magnificent saga of the West is an enthralling celebration of the frontier. Brimming with the glory of America’s past, the story of Colorado—the Centennial State—is manifested through its people: Lame Beaver, the Arapaho chieftain and warrior, and his Comanche and Pawnee enemies; Levi Zendt, fleeing with his child bride from the Amish country; the cowboy, Jim Lloyd, who falls in love with a wealthy and cultured Englishwoman, Charlotte Seccombe. In Centennial, trappers, traders, homesteaders, gold seekers, ranchers, and hunters are brought together in the dramatic conflicts that shape the destiny of the legendary West—and the entire country.
Praise for Centennial
“A hell of a book . . . While he fascinates and engrosses, Michener also educates.”—Los Angeles Times
“An engrossing book . . . imaginative and intricate . . . teeming with people and giving a marvelous sense of the land.”—The Plain Dealer
“Michener is America’s best writer, and he proves it once again in Centennial. . . . If you’re a Michener fan, this book is a must. And if you’re not a Michener fan, Centennial will make you one.”—The Pittsburgh Press
“An absorbing work . . . Michener is a superb storyteller.”—BusinessWeek
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