Desperate Characters

Paula Fox

at 250 WPM

2h 56m

The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 2h 56m to read Desperate Characters.

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176

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Desperate Characters

by Paula Fox

2013

HarperCollins Publishers Limited

176

9780007397457

Description

First published in 1970 to great acclaim, this novel stands as one of the most dazzling and rigorous examples of the storyteller's craft in postwar American literature--a novel that, according to Irving Howe, ranks with "Billy Budd" and "The Great Gatsby".

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Desperate Characters?

This edition of Desperate Characters has approximately 176 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 Desperate Characters?

For most readers, Desperate Characters typically takes between 3h 40m and 2h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 44,000 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 44,000 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 Desperate Characters?

The estimated word count for Desperate Characters is approximately 44,000 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 Desperate Characters?

Desperate Characters was written by Paula Fox.

When was Desperate Characters published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.