Penelope
Susan Goyette
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Penelope
Published
2017
Publisher
Gaspereau Press Limited, Printers & Publishers
Pages
80
ISBN-13
9781554471744
ISBN-10
1554471745
Description
"Penelope waits for Odysseus's return, so the story goes, but literary tradition tells us little about this act of waiting, an act every bit as epic as her husband's exploits. In this suite of poems, Sue Goyette steps into the disorienting world of Penelope's domestic upheaval, a world populated by a swarm of opportunistic suitors, a tempestuous teenage son, a goddess and sundry sentient objects and talking creatures. Written with a wit and a penchant for magic realism reminiscent of both Ocean and The Brief Reincarnation of a Girl, Goyette's Penelope chronicles the human qualities of waiting--grief, doubt, depression and anger, but also determination, strength and grace--as Penelope breaks her long silence and exclaims her own story"--Provided by publisher's website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Penelope?
This edition of Penelope has approximately 80 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 Penelope?
For most readers, Penelope typically takes between 1h 40m and 1h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 20,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 20m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 20,000 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 Penelope?
The estimated word count for Penelope is approximately 20,000 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 Penelope?
Penelope was written by Susan Goyette.
When was Penelope published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2017. The original work may have been published on a different date.