Sprawling, untamed, and breathtakingly vast—Alaska is a land of extremes, and James A. Michener captures its fierce beauty and history in this sweeping epic. From its ancient Ice Age origins to the fevered rush for gold, from the rise of the salmon industry to the perilous construction of the Alcan Highway during World War II, Michener weaves an unforgettable tapestry of survival, ambition, and resilience. Through larger-than-life characters who risk everything to carve out their destinies in the harsh northern frontier, Alaska brings history to life with gripping detail. Whether battling the elements, staking claims on fortune, or fighting to protect the land, each generation leaves its mark on this formidable landscape. A bold saga of adventure, courage, and human spirit—are you ready to journey north?
