1492
Homero Aridjis
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1492
Published
1991
Publisher
Editorial Diana, Mexico
Pages
316
ISBN-13
9789681320300
ISBN-10
9681320301
Description
A best seller in Latin America in the 1980s, this novel of life in fifteenth-century Spain depicts a world in which both the Moors and the Jews are under attack. This is the formative period of the phenomenon known today as Crypto-Judaism, and Aridjis_s widely praised book, now available for the first time in an American paperback edition, will find a broad audience among readers fascinated by this aspect of Jewish history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in 1492?
This edition of 1492 has approximately 316 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read 1492?
For most readers, 1492 typically takes between 6h 35m and 4h 23m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 79,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 79,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of 1492?
The estimated word count for 1492 is approximately 79,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of 1492?
1492 was written by Homero Aridjis.
When was 1492 published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1991. The original work may have been published on a different date.