Contempt
Alberto Moravia
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Contempt
Published
1999
Publisher
New York Review Books
Pages
251
ISBN-13
9781590171226
ISBN-10
1590171225
Description
Il disprezzo, known in English as Contempt or A Ghost At Noon, is an Italian existential novel by Alberto Moravia that came out in 1954. It was the basis for the 1963 film Le Mépris by Jean-Luc Godard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Contempt?
This edition of Contempt has approximately 251 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 Contempt?
For most readers, Contempt typically takes between 5h 14m and 3h 29m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 62,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 11m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 62,750 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 Contempt?
The estimated word count for Contempt is approximately 62,750 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 Contempt?
Contempt was written by Alberto Moravia.
When was Contempt published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.