"Recessional" by James A. Michener, published by Random House, 1994, stated First Trade Edition, 2nd printing, in original price-unclipped jacket.

Dust jacket with an original price of $25.00 on the front flap; maroon hard boards, maroon cloth spine with gold lettering on it; 6.1/4" x 9.1/2"; endpapers are maps, 484 pages + About the Author + colophon, near fine condition.

"First book I've read by James Michener. What a great story. So well written that I missed the characters after I finished the book." [a private review]

"A very good insight into the world of the aging Americans. I recommend this book to anyone who is considering entering assisted living or to those whose parents may need that type of facility." [a private review}

James Albert Michener (1907-1997) 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. 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.

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