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James A. Michener

James A. Michener was an American writer, military officer, novelist, screenwriter, autobiographer and teacher (1907–1997). He was born at Doylestown and died at Austin.

Also recorded as James Albert Michener; James Michener.

Overview

Born at Doylestown in 1907, died at Austin in 1997.

In detail

James A. Michener studied at Swarthmore College, University of Northern Colorado and University of St Andrews. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is literary activity and belletristic literature.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Pottstown, Middletown Township and Greeley. Residence is recorded at Austin and Colorado. Employment is recorded with The Hill School, George School and University of Northern Colorado.

Works named in the authority record are Tales of the South Pacific.

Distinctions recorded are Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, Presidential Medal of Freedom, St. Louis Literary Award and Common Wealth Award of Distinguished Service.

Chronology

  1. 1907James A. Michener born at Doylestown.
  2. 1997James A. Michener died at Austin.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “James A. Michener”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q361653: James A. Michener

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