Absalom, Absalom!

William Faulkner

at 250 WPM

4h 48m

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Absalom, Absalom!

by William Faulkner

2021

Independently Published

288

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Description

The story of Thomas Sutpen, an enigmatic stranger who came to Jefferson in the early 1830s to wrest his mansion out of the muddy bottoms of the north Mississippi wilderness. He was a man, Faulkner said, "who wanted sons and the sons destroyed him."

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Absalom, Absalom!?

This edition of Absalom, Absalom! has approximately 288 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 Absalom, Absalom!?

For most readers, Absalom, Absalom! typically takes between 6h 0m and 4h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 72,000 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 48m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 72,000 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 Absalom, Absalom!?

The estimated word count for Absalom, Absalom! is approximately 72,000 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 Absalom, Absalom!?

Absalom, Absalom! was written by William Faulkner.

When was Absalom, Absalom! published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2021. The original work may have been published on a different date.