Isabel
Carolyn Meyer
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Isabel
Published
July 1, 2000
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Pages
202
ISBN-13
9780439078054
ISBN-10
0439078059
Description
Isabel: Jewel of Castilla is a fictional diary of Isabella the first who reigned Castile (now Spain) in the 15th century. Isabel is the daughter of Juan II of Castilla and Isabel I of Portugal. Her father dies and her mother goes into a deep state of depression. Isabel’s brothers Enrique and Alfonso divide the kingdom, each proclaiming that they are the rightful king. They vie for control over Isabel, as they both want her to make a marriage alliance with anyone who they think can help defeat the other.The diary centers around the dilemmas that Isabel faces as she chooses which of her two brothers to support as king, and as she hopes to be married to someone who will not be completely repugnant to her. Isabel is forced to grapple with her conscience as she supports one of her brothers over the other in the struggle for the crown, and she poignantly must face her mother's growing madness that prevents her from recognizing her own children. Isabel displays great strength of will as she maneuvers from a position of weakness to broker a marriage that will not shackle her to someone she hates and fears. Courageously, she defies her brother in order to marry the prince she hopes she can love - a bright young man her equal in age and wit - and this gamble of hers ensures her legacy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Isabel?
This edition of Isabel has approximately 202 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 Isabel?
For most readers, Isabel typically takes between 4h 13m and 2h 48m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 50,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 22m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 50,500 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 Isabel?
The estimated word count for Isabel is approximately 50,500 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 Isabel?
Isabel was written by Carolyn Meyer.
When was Isabel published?
The publication date for this specific edition is July 1, 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.