Tales of the South Pacific
by James A. Michener
Tales of the South Pacific by James A. Michener holds a highly rated rating of 4.03 out of 5, based on 12K reader ratings. First published in 1947. The book spans 384 pages.
About Tales of the South Pacific
Winner of the 1948 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction
Enter the exotic world of the South Pacific, meet the men and women caught up in the drama of a big war. The young Marine who falls madly in love with a beautiful Tonkinese girl. Nurse Nellie and her French planter, Emile De Becque. The soldiers, sailors, and nurses playing at war and waiting for love in a tropic paradise.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | James A. Michener |
| Published | 1947 |
| Pages | 384 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.03 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,999 |
Reader Ratings & Analysis
Rating Overview
How It Compares
Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Tales of the South Pacific?
Tales of the South Pacific is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Tales of the South Pacific worth reading?
Based on 12K reader ratings, Tales of the South Pacific has an average score of 4.03 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Tales of the South Pacific?
Tales of the South Pacific has 384 pages.
Who wrote Tales of the South Pacific?
Tales of the South Pacific was written by James A. Michener. It was first published in 1947.
What is the ISBN for Tales of the South Pacific?
The ISBN-13 for Tales of the South Pacific is 9780449206520.0.
Data sourced from community book ratings and reviews. Last updated: April 15, 2026
