Dhalgren
Samuel R. Delany
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Dhalgren
Published
1981
Publisher
Bastei-Lübbe
Pages
1011
ISBN-13
9783404240111
ISBN-10
3404240111
Description
A mysterious disaster has stricken the midwestern American city of Bellona, and its aftereffects are disturbing: a city block burns down and is intact a week later; clouds cover the sky for weeks, then part to reveal two moons; a week passes for one person when only a day passes for another. The catastrophe is confined to Bellona, and most of the inhabitants have fled. But others are drawn to the devastated city, among them the Kid, a white/American Indian man who can't remember his own name. The Kid is emblematic of those who live in the new Bellona, who are the young, the poor, the mad, the violent, the outcast--the marginalized.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Dhalgren?
This edition of Dhalgren has approximately 1011 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 Dhalgren?
For most readers, Dhalgren typically takes between 21h 4m and 14h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 252,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 16h 51m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 34 days • Estimated word count: 252,750 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 Dhalgren?
The estimated word count for Dhalgren is approximately 252,750 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 Dhalgren?
Dhalgren was written by Samuel R. Delany.
When was Dhalgren published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1981. The original work may have been published on a different date.