In the blood
Andrew Motion
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In the blood
Published
2006
Publisher
Faber and Faber
Pages
326
ISBN-13
9780571228034
ISBN-10
0571228038
Description
Andrew Motion's memoir of growing up in post-war England - an unforgettable evocation of family life, school life and country life. It also tells the story of how these worlds are shattered, when his mother suffers a terrible riding accident. The tragedy shadows the book, feeding its mood of elegy as well as its celebratory vigilance. Writing from a teenage child's point of view, without the benefit of adult hindsight, Motion captures the pathos and puzzlement of childhood with great clarity of expression and freshness of memory. We encounter a strange but beguiling extended family, a profound love of the natural world, a troubled schooling, and a growing passion for books and writing. In the Blood is a wonderful picture of a vanishing England, a remarkable insight into a poet's mind, and a deeply moving portrait of the bond between a mother and her son.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in In the blood?
This edition of In the blood has approximately 326 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 In the blood?
For most readers, In the blood typically takes between 6h 48m and 4h 32m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 81,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 26m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 81,500 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 In the blood?
The estimated word count for In the blood is approximately 81,500 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 In the blood?
In the blood was written by Andrew Motion.
When was In the blood published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2006. The original work may have been published on a different date.