Kintu
Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi
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at 250 WPM7h 48m
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Kintu
Published
Jul 23, 2014
Publisher
Kwani Trust
Pages
468
ISBN-13
9789966159892
ISBN-10
9966159894
Description
'First published in Kenya in 2014 to critical and popular acclaim, Kintu is a modern classic, a multilayered narrative that reimagines the history of Uganda through the cursed bloodline of the Kintu clan. Divided into six sections, the novel begins in 1750, when Kintu Kidda sets out for the capital to pledge allegiance to the new leader of the Buganda Kingdom. Along the way, he unleashes a curse that will plague his family for generations. In an ambitious tale of a clan and a nation, Makumbi weaves together the stories of Kintu's descendants as they seek to break from the burden of their shared past and reconcile the inheritance of tradition and the modern world that is their future." --back cover
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Kintu?
This edition of Kintu has approximately 468 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 Kintu?
For most readers, Kintu typically takes between 9h 45m and 6h 30m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 117,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 48m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 117,000 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 Kintu?
The estimated word count for Kintu is approximately 117,000 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 Kintu?
Kintu was written by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi.
When was Kintu published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Jul 23, 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.