Q: What is Recessional about?

\\\"MICHENER IS AMERICA'S BEST WRITER.\\\" --The Pittsburgh Press In his stunning new novel, bestselling novelist James A. Michener draws on his unparalleled gift for storytelling, his deep understanding of American society, and his own life experiences to illuminate the challenges of aging and the folly of youth in a Florida retirement home known as the Palms. As the new, young director of the Palms, Andy Zorn suffers no shortage of loving support and wise advice from his \\\"elders,\\\" a group of five passionate, outspoken residents who refuse to accept the passive roles that both society and family have handed them. Yet past scandal has driven Zorn to despondency, until he meets an extraordinary young woman in the rehab wing, who has been forced to rebuild her life in the face of crippling injuries. Now Zorn finds himself falling in love--and with the help and gentle jabs from his more mature friends, he discovers a wonderful new purpose in life.... \\\"Michener hooks you with wonderfully humorous scenes. These are then interwoven between the moments of pain and heartache brought about by life choices we all must make.\\\" --Tulsa World \\\"Engaging...One will be drawn into the novelist's world....The lush natural setting provides James Michener plenty to show and tell.\\\" --The Washington Times

Question 1

What is Recessional about?

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\"MICHENER IS AMERICA'S BEST WRITER.\"
--The Pittsburgh Press

In his stunning new novel, bestselling novelist James A. Michener draws on his unparalleled gift for storytelling, his deep understanding of American society, and his own life experiences to illuminate the challenges of aging and the folly of youth in a Florida retirement home known as the Palms.
As the new, young director of the Palms, Andy Zorn suffers no shortage of loving support and wise advice from his \"elders,\" a group of five passionate, outspoken residents who refuse to accept the passive roles that both society and family have handed them. Yet past scandal has driven Zorn to despondency, until he meets an extraordinary young woman in the rehab wing, who has been forced to rebuild her life in the face of crippling injuries. Now Zorn finds himself falling in love--and with the help and gentle jabs from his more mature friends, he discovers a wonderful new purpose in life....

\"Michener hooks you with wonderfully humorous scenes. These are then interwoven between the moments of pain and heartache brought about by life choices we all must make.\"
--Tulsa World

\"Engaging...One will be drawn into the novelist's world....The lush natural setting provides James Michener plenty to show and tell.\"
--The Washington Times

Question 2

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Recessional?

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Fiction > Historical fiction

Question 3

Where can I read a sample of Recessional?

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You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780517171493

Question 4

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Recessional?

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James A. Michener

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Who is the Publisher of the book Recessional?

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Random House Publishing Group

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What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

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Recessional is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780517171493) and hardcover(ISBN 9780517284438) and hardcover(ISBN 9780679436126) and hardcover(ISBN 9780679756910) and paperback(ISBN 9780812986808) and paperback(ISBN 9780449223451) and paperback(ISBN 9780449223871) and ebook(ISBN 9780804151573) and audiobook(ISBN 9780679437178) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781101922514) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9781101922521)

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