by James A. Michener · Tapa dura · ISBN 9783785706138
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«Der Adler und der Rabe: Ein amerikanisches Duell» is the historical novel by James A. Michener, published by G. Lübbe in 1991 (206 pages, in German).
Set in Texas in 1836, the novel recreates the struggle for Texan independence through the contest between two rival leaders: General Antonio López de Santa Anna, called the Eagle, and Sam Houston, the Raven. The narrative culminates in the Battle of the Alamo, where their paths cross in a duel that decides the conflict.
The novel bears the subtitle «Ein amerikanisches Duell»; the German edition includes the translation by Wolfgang Neuhaus.
James Albert Michener was an American writer. He wrote more than 40 books, most of which were long, fictional family sagas covering the lives of many generations, set in particular geographic locales and incorporating detailed history. Many of his works were bestsellers and were chosen by the Book of the Month Club. He was also known for the meticulous research that went into his books.
