Desiree
Annemarie Selinko
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Desiree
Published
1953
Publisher
Morrow
Pages
594
Description
this is a book, written like a diary about the life of Napoleon's first fiancee, how she fell in love with him, believed in him when noone else did, was betrayed by him as he left her for the Comtesse de Beauharnais, how she met General Bernadotte, married him and gave him a son, how France changed during that era, how Bernadotte became the Swedish crown prince. It's a look at the rise and fall of Napoleon and his family through the eyes of a teenage girl, then young woman, then queen.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Desiree?
This edition of Desiree has approximately 594 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 Desiree?
For most readers, Desiree typically takes between 12h 23m and 8h 15m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 148,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 54m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 20 days • Estimated word count: 148,500 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 Desiree?
The estimated word count for Desiree is approximately 148,500 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 Desiree?
Desiree was written by Annemarie Selinko.
When was Desiree published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1953. The original work may have been published on a different date.