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Book Synopsis: First published in 1963, James A. Michener's gripping chronicle of the social and political landscape of Afghanistan is more relevant now than ever. Combining fact with riveting adventure and intrigue, Michener follows a military man tasked, in the years after World War II, with a dangerous assignment: finding and returning a young American woman living in Afghanistan to her distraught family after she suddenly and mysteriously disappears. A timeless tale of love and emotional drama set against the backdrop of one of the most important countries in the world today, Caravans captures the tension of the postwar period, the sweep of Afghanistan's remarkable history, and the inescapable allure of the past.
Praise for Caravans
“Brilliant . . . an extraordinary novel . . . The old nomadic trails across the mountains spring into existence.”—The New York Times
“Romantic and adventurous . . . [Michener] has a wonderful empathy for the wild and free and an understanding of the reasons behind the kind of cruelty that goes with it.”—Newsday
“Michener has done for Afghanistan what . . . his first [book] did for the South Pacific.”—The New York Herald Tribune
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Experience the captivating atmosphere of Afghanistan in James A. Michener's timeless novel, Caravans. Published in 1963, this gripping tale takes you on a thrilling adventure through the social and political landscape of one of the world's most important countries. Michener weaves together facts and intrigue as he follows a military man on a dangerous mission to find a young American woman who mysteriously vanished. This book is a compelling blend of love, emotion, and unputdownable drama set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's remarkable history.
Caravans has received widespread acclaim for its rich storytelling. The New York Times calls it "brilliant" and praises its ability to bring the old nomadic trails across the mountains to life. Newsday commends Michener for his wonderful empathy and understanding of the wild and free, shedding light on the roots of cruelty. In his signature style, Michener captures the essence of Afghanistan, just as he did for the South Pacific in his first book.
Immerse yourself in the allure of the past with Caravans. This novel is a time capsule that transports readers to a postwar period filled with tension and adventure. With its masterfully crafted storyline and deep understanding of Afghan history, Caravans is an absolute must-read.
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