Tales of the South Pacific by James A. Michener

Beautiful Exquisite copy of a classic -- Tales of the South Pacific, James A. Michener published by International Collectors Library, Garden City, New York...James Albert Michener; February 3, 1907 - October 16, 1997) was an American author of more than 40 books, the majority of which were fictional, lengthy family sagas covering the lives of many generations in particular geographic locales and incorporating solid history. Michener was known for the popularity of his works; he had numerous bestsellers and works selected for Book of the Month Club. He was also known for his meticulous research behind the books. Michener's novels include Tales of the South Pacific for which he won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1948, Hawaii, The Drifters, Centennial, The Source, The Fires of Spring, Chesapeake, Caribbean, Caravans, Alaska, Texas and Poland. His non-fiction works include Iberia, about his travels in Spain and Portugal; his memoir titled The World Is My Home, and Sports in America. Return to Paradise combines fictional short stories with Michener's factual descriptions of the Pacific areas where they take place. His first book was adapted as the popular Broadway musical South Pacific by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein, and later as a film by the same name, adding to his financial success..Slate Blue leatherette boards in very good condition, slight corner wear, head bump at top of spine. Gilt embossed of the Tree of Life on front cover and gilt titling on spine - Deckle page edges. Some staining on front end paper from the marker ribbon. Very nice book for someones library... .LAX Vespa, Los Angeles - maybe this will do it!-At least you know what you're getting into--Media Mail USPS-you get the copy pictured - carefully Drop kick-packed to protect it - in - transit. 7 Days Coast to Coast, faster if closer.. Tales South Pacific 6392 HC BLUE MK OLD 37 LR 2 POUNDS