Genius
Harold Bloom
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Genius
by Harold Bloom
Published
November 2002
Publisher
Grand Central Publishing
Pages
832
ISBN-13
9780446527170
ISBN-10
0446527173
Description
What is genius? It is the trait, says Harold Bloom, of standing both of and above an age, the ancient principle that recognizes and hallows the God within us, and the gift of breathing life into what is best in every living person. Now, in a monumental achievement of scholarship, America's preeminent literary critic presents an unprecedented celebration of one hundred of the most creative literary minds in history. From the Bible to Socrates, through the transcendent masterpieces of Shakespeare and Dante, down through the ages to Hemingway, Faulkner, and Ralph Ellison, Harold Bloom explores the many parallels among his chosen geniuses and the surprising ways in which they have influenced one another over the centuries. Accompanied by revealing excerpts from their works that continue to astonish, enchant, and move readers, Bloom's insightful and spirited analyses illuminate and enlarge our common understanding of Western literary and spiritual culture and offer us a grand yet intimate tour of it in one magnificent volume. - Back cover.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Genius?
This edition of Genius has approximately 832 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 Genius?
For most readers, Genius typically takes between 17h 20m and 11h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 208,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 13h 52m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 28 days • Estimated word count: 208,000 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 Genius?
The estimated word count for Genius is approximately 208,000 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 Genius?
Genius was written by Harold Bloom.
When was Genius published?
The publication date for this specific edition is November 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.