Philomena

Kate Seredy

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1h 33m

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Philomena

by Kate Seredy

2008

Bethlehem Books

93

9781932350197

Description

It has long been the custom for every 12-year-old girl from Philomena s village to go to the city to do service as housemaids before coming home to be married. But Philomena s aunt had gone and never returned. On her deathbed, Babushka instructs her little granddaughter to go to Prague and find her aunt, who must surely be rich now, and do service in her household. With the confidence that Babushka is still watching over her from heaven, Philomena travels to Prague, the city of a hundred spires. Once there, she bounces from one adventure into another as doors open and close and unconventional guidance from Babushka? moves her in ever new directions. Though Philomena may grow slightly impatient with Babushka s methods, she is steadily gaining experience, friends and pets! until unexpectedly she is able to accomplish her goal. Kate Seredy, renowned author and artist, brings to life both the characters and their setting of pre-World War I Czechoslovakia in this beautifully illustrated story of irrepressible Philomena.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Philomena?

This edition of Philomena has approximately 93 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 Philomena?

For most readers, Philomena typically takes between 1h 56m and 1h 18m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 23,250 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 33m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 4 days • Estimated word count: 23,250 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 Philomena?

The estimated word count for Philomena is approximately 23,250 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 Philomena?

Philomena was written by Kate Seredy.

When was Philomena published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.