Arthur Machen
Mark Valentine
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Arthur Machen
Published
1995
Publisher
Seren
Pages
147
ISBN-10
1854111264
Description
Arthur Conan Doyle called Machen a genius; Oscar Wilde, W.B. Yeats and H.G. Wells admired him. His classic horror novel The Great God Pan, which both shocked and delighted contemporary readers with its dark portrayal of sexuality and its alluring villainess, has been favourably compared to Stevenson's Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde; his The Secret Glory changed John Betjeman's life; while his masterpiece The Hill of Dreams, located in his beloved Gwent, has been called the most beautiful book in the English language. It is a testimony to his writing skill that through one short story, The Bowmen, he once made thousands believe that angels had appeared at the Battle of Mons, sparking a whole series of myths. Largely neglected by critics and biographers, Machen has remained an inspiration to those readers who have sought him out, and current admirers include cellist Julian Lloyd Webber and TV personality Barry Humphries. Mark Valentine's biography, the first in many decades, provides a much needed re-examination of Machen's varied and fascinating career.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Arthur Machen?
This edition of Arthur Machen has approximately 147 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 Arthur Machen?
For most readers, Arthur Machen typically takes between 3h 4m and 2h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 36,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 27m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 36,750 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 Arthur Machen?
The estimated word count for Arthur Machen is approximately 36,750 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 Arthur Machen?
Arthur Machen was written by Mark Valentine.
When was Arthur Machen published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.