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1136 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375760372
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Dial Press
Publication date: 09 July 2002
Description
Pulitzer Prize-winning author James A. Michener brings Hawaii's epic history vividly to life in a classic saga that has captivated readers since its initial publication in 1959. As the volcanic Hawaiian Islands sprout from the ocean floor, the lan...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,165 reviews
Moods
adventurous 78%
reflective 51%
emotional 36%
inspiring 33%
challenging 27%
sad 21%
hopeful 18%
dark 9%
relaxing 6%
tense 6%
lighthearted 3%
Pace
slow 42%
fast 2%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 65% | Character: 21% | Plot: 13%Strong character development?
Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 16%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 56% | Yes: 40% | No: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 44% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 24%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, Classism, ColonisationModerate
Injury/Injury detail, Miscarriage, PregnancyMinor
Suicide, Alcohol, Animal death
1136 pages • first pub 1959 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375760372
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Dial Press
Publication date: 09 July 2002
Description
Pulitzer Prize-winning author James A. Michener brings Hawaii's epic history vividly to life in a classic saga that has captivated readers since its initial publication in 1959. As the volcanic Hawaiian Islands sprout from the ocean floor, the lan...
Community Reviews Summary of 1,165 reviews
Moods
adventurous 78%
reflective 51%
emotional 36%
inspiring 33%
challenging 27%
sad 21%
hopeful 18%
dark 9%
relaxing 6%
tense 6%
lighthearted 3%
Pace
slow 42%
fast 2%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 65% | Character: 21% | Plot: 13%Strong character development?
Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 16%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 56% | Yes: 40% | No: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 100%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 44% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 24%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Racism, Classism, ColonisationModerate
Injury/Injury detail, Miscarriage, PregnancyMinor
Suicide, Alcohol, Animal death