La vaca
Augusto Monterroso
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La vaca
Published
1999
Publisher
Alfaguara
Pages
149
ISBN-10
8420422894
Description
"Monterroso assembles a few of the 'essays' and articles he published after Tríptico (see item #bi2001002185#). His commitment to progressive ideas is unquestioned, and here he shows how a master imparts lessons. Equally unquestionable is his commitment to Western literature and its undeniable importance to Latin America. We read about Mayakovski, Virginia Woolf, Julian Barnes, Erasmus, Thomas Moore, and John Aubrey. Yet he always returns to Latin American masters (actually his peers): Borges, Rulfo, Onetti, Neruda. This book is proof that Monterroso does not repeat himself. There are wonderful essays on the advantages of underdevelopment and the theory of the short story. This collection ought to be translated immediately"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 58.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in La vaca?
This edition of La vaca has approximately 149 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 La vaca?
For most readers, La vaca typically takes between 3h 6m and 2h 4m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 37,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 29m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 37,250 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 La vaca?
The estimated word count for La vaca is approximately 37,250 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 La vaca?
La vaca was written by Augusto Monterroso.
When was La vaca published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.