My own ground
Hugh Nissenson
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My own ground
Published
1976
Publisher
Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Pages
181
ISBN-10
0374217475
Description
A brilliant, under appreciated account of the struggles against poverty in a setting where the rawest capitalism prevails. The author described it as a retelling of the story of Jacob and Esau, the latter reincarnated as a shrewd pimp and the former (perhaps) a communist agitator or the narrator, named Jake. He tells the story in middle age, after the Holocaust. But the story itself is set in his youth, and may be about the Hasidic concept of "forcing the end," the end being the Holocaust. Nissenson writes what might be called a noir crime novel, one of the most original American art forms. Death and evil are not eliminated, nor is the community cleansed. But perseverance itself is heroic, if not redemptive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in My own ground?
This edition of My own ground has approximately 181 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 My own ground?
For most readers, My own ground typically takes between 3h 46m and 2h 31m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 45,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 1m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 45,250 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 My own ground?
The estimated word count for My own ground is approximately 45,250 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 My own ground?
My own ground was written by Hugh Nissenson.
When was My own ground published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1976. The original work may have been published on a different date.