Bacacay
Witold Gombrowicz
Reading Time
at 250 WPM4h 35m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 4h 35m to read Bacacay.
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Bacacay
Published
2004
Publisher
Archipelago Books
Pages
275
ISBN-10
0972869298
Description
"A balloonist finds himself set upon by erotic lepers ... a passenger on a ship notices a human eye on the deck ... a group of aristocrats enjoys a vegetarian dish made from human flesh ... a virginal young girl gnaws raw meat from a bone ... a notorious ruffian is terrorized by a rat. Welcome to the bizarre universe of Witold Gombrowicz, whose legendary short story collection is presented here for the first time in English. These tales are utterly unique in world literature."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Bacacay?
This edition of Bacacay has approximately 275 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 Bacacay?
For most readers, Bacacay typically takes between 5h 44m and 3h 49m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 68,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 35m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 68,750 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 Bacacay?
The estimated word count for Bacacay is approximately 68,750 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 Bacacay?
Bacacay was written by Witold Gombrowicz.
When was Bacacay published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2004. The original work may have been published on a different date.