Mocking the age
Elaine B. Safer
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Mocking the age
Published
2006
Publisher
State University of New York Press
Pages
229
ISBN-13
9780791481974
Description
"The first comprehensive assessment of Philip Roth's later novels, Mocking the Age offers insightful readings that explore how these works satirize our contemporary culture. From The Ghost Writer to The Plot Against America, Roth uses humor to address deadly serious matters, including social and political issues, psychological problems, postmodern concerns, and the absurd. In her clear and extensive analyses of these works, Elaine B. Safer looks at how Roth's approach to the comic incorporates the self-deprecating humor of Jewish comedians, as well as the humor of nineteenth-century Eastern European Jewish storytellers and such twentieth-century writers as Bernard Malamud and Saul Bellow. Filling the void on critical examinations of Roth's later work, Safer's book provides a thorough appraisal of Roth's lifetime accomplishment and an essential evaluation of his comic genius."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Mocking the age?
This edition of Mocking the age has approximately 229 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 Mocking the age?
For most readers, Mocking the age typically takes between 4h 46m and 3h 11m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 57,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 49m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 57,250 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 Mocking the age?
The estimated word count for Mocking the age is approximately 57,250 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 Mocking the age?
Mocking the age was written by Elaine B. Safer.
When was Mocking the age published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2006. The original work may have been published on a different date.