Bel Canto
Ann Patchett
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Bel Canto
by Ann Patchett, Oristelle Bonis
Published
2003
Publisher
Diagonal
Pages
381
ISBN-13
9788497620574
Description
PerfectBound e-book exclusive: "Friendship and Love," an interview with Ann Patchett.A prolonged hostage crisis in the lavish home of a South American politician turns into something quite different as terrorists and hostages forge unexpected bonds and passionate, ill-fated love blooms. Winner of the 2002 Pen/Faulkner Award for Fiction and the 2002 Orange Prize for Fiction.Somewhere in South America, at the home of the country's vice president, a lavish birthday party is being held in honor of Mr. Hosokawa, a powerful Japanese businessman. Roxanne Coss, opera's most revered soprano, has mesmerized the international guests with her singing. It is a perfect evening -- until a band of gun-wielding terrorists breaks in through the air-conditioning vents and takes the entire party hostage. But what begins as a panicked, life-threatening scenario slowly evolves into something quite different, as terrorists and hostages forge unexpected bonds and people from different countries and continents become compatriots. Friendship, compassion, and the chance for great love lead the characters to forget the real danger that has been set in motion and cannot be stopped.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Bel Canto?
This edition of Bel Canto has approximately 381 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 Bel Canto?
For most readers, Bel Canto typically takes between 7h 56m and 5h 18m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 95,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 21m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 95,250 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 Bel Canto?
The estimated word count for Bel Canto is approximately 95,250 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 Bel Canto?
Bel Canto was written by Ann Patchett, Oristelle Bonis.
When was Bel Canto published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.