Kara Kitap
Orhan Pamuk
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at 250 WPM7h 6m
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Kara Kitap
by Orhan Pamuk
Published
1990
Publisher
Can Yayınları
Pages
426
Description
The Black Book is a stunning tapestry of Middle Eastern and Islamic culture which confirms Orhan Pamuk's reputation as a writer of international stature, comparable to Borges and Calvino. Galip is an Istanbul lawyer, and his wife, Ruya, has vanished. Could she be hiding out with her half brother, Jelal, a newspaper columnist whose fame Galip envies? And if so, why isn't anyone in Jelal's flat? As Galip plays the part of private investigator, he assumes the identity of Jelal himself, wearing his clothes, answering his phone calls, even faking his wry columns, which he passes off as the work of the missing journalist. But the amateur sleuth bungles his undercover operation, and with dire consequences. Richly atmospheric and Rabelaisian in scope, The Black Book is a labyrinthine novel suffused with the sights, sounds, and scents of Istanbul. An unforgettable evocation of the city where East meets West, The Black Book is a boldly unconventional mystery that plumbs the elusive nature of identity, fiction, interpretation, and reality.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Kara Kitap?
This edition of Kara Kitap has approximately 426 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 Kara Kitap?
For most readers, Kara Kitap typically takes between 8h 53m and 5h 55m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 106,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 6m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 106,500 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 Kara Kitap?
The estimated word count for Kara Kitap is approximately 106,500 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 Kara Kitap?
Kara Kitap was written by Orhan Pamuk.
When was Kara Kitap published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1990. The original work may have been published on a different date.