Counterpleasures
Karmen MacKendrick
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Counterpleasures
Published
1999
Publisher
State University of New York Press
Pages
212
ISBN-10
0791441474
Description
Counterpleasures takes up a series of literary and physical pleasures that do not appear to be pleasurable, ranging from saintly asceticism to Sadean narrative to leathersex. Each is placed in its cultural context to unfold a history of transgressive pleasure and to argue for the value and power of such pleasures as resistant to more totalizing forms of power.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Counterpleasures?
This edition of Counterpleasures has approximately 212 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 Counterpleasures?
For most readers, Counterpleasures typically takes between 4h 25m and 2h 57m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 53,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 53,000 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 Counterpleasures?
The estimated word count for Counterpleasures is approximately 53,000 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 Counterpleasures?
Counterpleasures was written by Karmen MacKendrick.
When was Counterpleasures published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.