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Tales of the South Pacific
Tales of the South Pacific
Author: James A. Michener
"Truly one of the most remarkable books to come out of the war. Mr. Michener is a born story-teller." — THE NEW YORK TIMES — Winner of the 1948 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction — Enter the exotic world of the South Pacific, meet the men and women caught up in the drama of a big war. The young Marine who falls madly in love with a beautiful Tonkinese girl...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780848821036
ISBN-10: 0848821033
Publication Date: 11/1/2002
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  • Currently 4.3/5 Stars.
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4.3 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Amereon Limited
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio Cassette
Members Wishing: 2
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This series of war-time stories won the Pulitzer Prize in 1948. Several formed the basis for the Rogers and Hammerstein hit musical South Pacific. Amid the war and the horseplay, theyre all here: the middle-aged French planter and the Navy nurse, the Lieutenant and the native girl, Bloody Mary, Bali Hai.
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A great story. This book has aged well since it was written.
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Interesting collection of tales from WWII South Pacific arena. Offers an insider view of military exploits during that time with a focus on personal relationships.


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