Oblivion
Dean De la Motte
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at 250 WPM13h 20m
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800
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Oblivion
Published
2022
Publisher
Valley Press
Pages
800
ISBN-13
9781912436781
Description
A meticulous, loving tribute to the language, structure and themes of the Brontës' own works, as de la Motte at times weaves the very words of their correspondence, novels and poems seamlessly into his lively narrative. *Oblivion* traces Branwell's meandering journey across the north of England, from the Fells of the Lake District to the ocean cliffs of Scarborough, from the smoky streets of industrial Halifax to the windswept moors above Haworth, encountering such notables as Hartley Coleridge and Franz Liszt. Through him we meet poets, sculptors, booksellers, prostitutes, publicans, railway workers, farmers, manufacturers and clergymen; through his experiences we contemplate the ineffable but fleeting ecstasy of sex, the existence of God, the effects of drugs and alcohol and the nature of addiction itself, the desire for fame, and the bitter resentment of artists and intellectuals who feel unappreciated by an increasingly materialistic, mechanised society. This sprawling story is a moving, thought-provoking page-turner that seeks not only to understand the roots of Branwell Brontë's tragic end but also to unearth the striking similarities of character between him and his now-famous sisters.
Subjects
Wuthering Heights
Jane Eyre
The three Brontës
Charlotte Bronte And Her Circle
Novels (Agnes Grey / Jane Eyre / Wuthering Heights)
The infernal world of Branwell Brontë
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Oblivion?
This edition of Oblivion has approximately 800 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 Oblivion?
For most readers, Oblivion typically takes between 16h 40m and 11h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 200,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 13h 20m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 27 days • Estimated word count: 200,000 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 Oblivion?
The estimated word count for Oblivion is approximately 200,000 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 Oblivion?
Oblivion was written by Dean De la Motte.
When was Oblivion published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2022. The original work may have been published on a different date.