James A. Michener

American author (1907-1997) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 90

James Albert Michener was an American writer. He wrote more than 40 books, most of which were long, fictional family sagas covering the lives of many generations, set in particular geographic locales and incorporating detailed history. Many of his works were bestsellers and were chosen by the Book of the Month Club.

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2008Distinguished Americans seriesAward1997Died16 October 19971992Common Wealth Award of Distinguished ServiceAward1987Honorary Doctor of the University of MiamiAward1981St. Louis Literary AwardAward1977Presidential Medal of FreedomAward1970Golden Plate AwardAward1948Pulitzer Prize for FictionAward1907Born3 February 1907