Cyrano de Bergerac
Anthony Burgess
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at 250 WPM2h 54m
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Cyrano de Bergerac
Published
1986-02
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pages
174
ISBN-10
039447239X
Description
In this work, Anthony Burgess, a prodigy of the modern novel and a virtuoso of the English language, has brought his special gifts to bear on one of the great texts of the classic theatre – one with a hero whose name has become synonymous with raffish, big-nosed, big-souled nobility. The result is this supple and effervescently witty translation of Cyrano de Bergerac. As befits the translator who contributed subtitles to the acclaimed Jean-Paul Rappenau film (starring Gérard Depardieu), Burgess has produced a Cyrano of immense theatricality: one that combines verse and prose, along with judicious cuts and rearrangements, to restore the biting comedy, high pathos, and, above all, the panache, missing from what was previously the standard English translation
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Cyrano de Bergerac?
This edition of Cyrano de Bergerac has approximately 174 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 Cyrano de Bergerac?
For most readers, Cyrano de Bergerac typically takes between 3h 38m and 2h 25m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 43,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 54m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 43,500 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 Cyrano de Bergerac?
The estimated word count for Cyrano de Bergerac is approximately 43,500 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 Cyrano de Bergerac?
Cyrano de Bergerac was written by Anthony Burgess.
When was Cyrano de Bergerac published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1986-02. The original work may have been published on a different date.