michener

Thân thiện

A student reads a Michener novel in the library.

Definition

Proper noun A surname, most famously that of James A. Michener, a prolific and celebrated American author known for his meticulously researched, epic historical novels.

Usage

• The name "Michener" is used primarily to refer to the author James A. Michener and his body of work.
• As a proper noun, it is always capitalized.

Examples

• In reference to the author:
  • I have read every novel by Michener.
  • Michener's book "Hawaii" traces the islands' geological and human history.
• In reference to his work:
  • This library has a special collection dedicated to Michener.
  • The narrative style is very Michener-esque, spanning generations.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used attributively to describe works or styles similar to his.
  • He is attempting a Michener-style saga of the American West.

Variants and Related Words

• Michener-esque (adjective): Resembling or characteristic of James Michener's writing style, particularly in terms of epic scope, historical detail, and multi-generational storytelling.
  • The novel's ambitious, century-spanning plot is decidedly Michener-esque.

Synonyms

• Author (general)
• Historical novelist (specific)

Different Meanings

As a proper noun (surname), "Michener" does not have multiple dictionary definitions. Its primary semantic load is its association with the author James A. Michener. It may also be the surname of other, less publicly known individuals.

Học thuật

Noun

1. United States writer of historical novels (1907-1997)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Michener
• James Michener
• James Albert Michener