Description
James A. Michener's sweeping epic captures the untamed spirit of the American West through the interconnected lives of unforgettable characters who shape the destiny of Colorado. From the Arapaho warrior Lame Beaver navigating tribal conflicts to Levi Zendt escaping his Amish past with his young bride, and the cowboy Jim Lloyd's passionate romance with the refined Englishwoman Charlotte Seccombe, Michener weaves together the stories of trappers, traders, homesteaders, and gold seekers whose struggles and triumphs define an era. This magnificent saga, written to commemorate America's Bicentennial, celebrates the frontier's glory while exploring the dramatic conflicts and transformative forces that built a nation. Rich with historical detail and human drama, Centennial stands as a monumental tribute to the legendary West and the diverse peoples whose courage and determination shaped the American landscape.
Available Editions
paperback
Fawcett
Published Feb 12, 1987
1038 pages
ISBN: 9780449214190
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Details
First Published
1974
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Centennial by James A. Michener.