Jack
Alphonse Daudet
Reading Time
at 250 WPM11h 56m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 11h 56m to read Jack.
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Jack
Published
1892
Publisher
E. Dentu
Pages
716
Description
En décembre 1858, refusé par l'institution jésuite de Vaugirard, Jack, fils adultérin d'Ida de Barancy, une demi-mondaine, échoue dans le collège insalubre du mulâtre Moronval. Ida succombe au charme d'un des professeurs, le rimailleur d'Argenton, et quitte son riche amant pour son poète. Jack s'enfuit du collège et rejoint le couple après maintes tribulations. L'intelligence de l'enfant se développe au contact du docteur Rivals. Mais d'Argenton, qui ne l'aime pas, décrète qu'il sera ouvrier. Dans une île bretonne, Jack apprend son dur métier de fondeur chez les Roudic... Roman noir, comme le Petit Chose, inspiré par une histoire authentique, Jack reprend la trame d'une enfance malheureuse, alors à la mode. La narration se centre sur le destin de Jack et en souligne l'implacable et fatal développement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Jack?
This edition of Jack has approximately 716 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 Jack?
For most readers, Jack typically takes between 14h 55m and 9h 57m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 179,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 11h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 24 days • Estimated word count: 179,000 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 Jack?
The estimated word count for Jack is approximately 179,000 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 Jack?
Jack was written by Alphonse Daudet.
When was Jack published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1892. The original work may have been published on a different date.