Holy terrors
Janetta Rebold Benton
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Holy terrors
Published
2004
Publisher
Abbeville Press
Pages
140
ISBN-10
0789201828
Description
The true gargoyle is a waterspout, an architectural necessity that medieval artisans transformed into functional fantasies. The informative introduction to Holy Terrors explains everything that is known or conjectured about the history, the construction, the purposes, and the mysterious meanings of these often rude and rowdy characters. The three chapters that follow are devoted to the gargoyles themselves, imaginatively carved of stone in the form of people, real animals, and fantastic beasts. In clear, lively language, Janetta Rebold Benton puts these personality-filled sculptures into the context of medieval life and art and captures their quirky diversity in her engaging color photographs. Concluding the book is an invaluable guide to gargoyle sites throughout western Europe, as well as suggestions for further reading.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Holy terrors?
This edition of Holy terrors has approximately 140 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 Holy terrors?
For most readers, Holy terrors typically takes between 2h 55m and 1h 57m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 35,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 20m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 35,000 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 Holy terrors?
The estimated word count for Holy terrors is approximately 35,000 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 Holy terrors?
Holy terrors was written by Janetta Rebold Benton.
When was Holy terrors published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2004. The original work may have been published on a different date.