About the book
An intimate early novel from James A. Michener, now remembered as the beloved master of the historical epic, The Fires of Spring unfolds with the bittersweet drama of a boy’s perilous journey into manhood. David Harper is an orphan, seemingly doomed to loneliness and poverty. As an adolescent con artist and petty thief, David spends his days grifting at an amusement park, the place where he first learns about women and the mysteries of love. Soon he discovers that his longing to embrace the world is stronger than the harsh realities that constrain him. Featuring autobiographical touches from Michener’s own life story, The Fires of Spring is more than a novel: It’s a rich slice of American life, brimming with wisdom, longing, and compassion.
Praise for The Fires of Spring
“A warm-hearted, readable story, crammed with lively incident and remarkable characters.”—The Atlantic
“Heartfelt . . . immensely readable . . . Michener is a born writer.”—The New York Times
“Michener is a gifted storyteller.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Brilliantly done.”—Library Journal
Editions of The Fires of Spring
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780394424873
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780345483058
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780449200308
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780449206492
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780449214701
- EBook
- ISBN 9780804151382
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9781101922057
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9781101922064
Read an Excerpt
An intimate early novel from James A. Michener, now remembered as the beloved master of the historical epic, The Fires of Spring unfolds with the bittersweet drama of a boy’s perilous journey into manhood. David Harper is an orphan, seemingly doomed to loneliness and poverty. As an adolescent con artist and petty thief, David spends his days grifting at an amusement park, the place where he first learns about women and the mysteries of love. Soon he discovers that his longing to embrace the world is stronger than the harsh realities that constrain him. Featuring autobiographical touches from Michener’s own life story, The Fires of Spring is more than a novel: It’s a rich slice of American life, brimming with wisdom, longing, and compassion.
Praise for The Fires of Spring
“A warm-hearted, readable story, crammed with lively incident and remarkable characters.”—The Atlantic
“Heartfelt . . . immensely readable . . . Michener is a born writer.”—The New York Times
“Michener is a gifted storyteller.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Brilliantly done.”—Library Journal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Fires of Spring about?
An intimate early novel from James A. Michener, now remembered as the beloved master of the historical epic, The Fires of Spring unfolds with the bittersweet drama of a boy’s perilous journey into manhood. David Harper is an orphan, seemingly doomed to loneliness and poverty. As an adolescent con artist and petty thief, David spends his days grifting at an amusement park, the place where he first learns about women and the mysteries of love. Soon he discovers that his longing to embrace the world is stronger than the harsh realities that constrain him. Featuring autobiographical touches from Michener’s own life story, The Fires of Spring is more than a novel: It’s a rich slice of American life, brimming with wisdom, longing, and compassion.
Praise for The Fires of Spring
“A warm-hearted, readable story, crammed with lively incident and remarkable characters.”—The Atlantic
“Heartfelt . . . immensely readable . . . Michener is a born writer.”—The New York Times
“Michener is a gifted storyteller.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Brilliantly done.”—Library Journal
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Fires of Spring?
Fiction > Adventure / action fiction
Where can I read a sample of The Fires of Spring?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780394424873
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Fires of Spring?
James A. Michener
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Fires of Spring is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780394424873) and paperback(ISBN 9780345483058) and paperback(ISBN 9780449200308) and paperback(ISBN 9780449206492) and paperback(ISBN 9780449214701) and ebook(ISBN 9780804151382) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781101922057) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781101922064)
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