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Hawaii
Hawaii
Author: James A. Michener
The volcanic processes by which the Hawaiian Islands grew from the ocean floor were inconceivably slow, and the land remained untouched by man for countless centuries until, little more than a thousand years ago, Polynesian seafarers made the perilous journey across the Pacific and discovered their new home. They lived and flourished in this tro...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780449207116
ISBN-10: 0449207110
Publication Date: 10/12/1984
Pages: 1,130
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4 stars, based on 7 ratings
Publisher: Fawcett
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette
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Very good; slow in the beginning but worth the work to get to the end.
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I had read this book years ago, just rented the movie and wanted to re-read the book. Enjoyed it even more this time.
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Storyteller Michener brings his trademark style this saga of the history and people of the
South Pacific. Another winner, especially for fans of historical fiction.
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I must confess that I have read this one before. It is a terrific book and reading it again is like going to see old friends. The first part (about the volcanic formation of the islands) can be skipped as it is of minor consequence to the rest of the book. An absolute treasure for any library.

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