Platitudes
Trey Ellis
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Platitudes
by Trey Ellis
Published
2003
Publisher
Northeastern University Press
Pages
203
ISBN-10
1555535860
Description
"Trey Ellis's debut novel, Platitudes, first published in 1988, takes on conflicts within the African American literary community. Dewayne Wellington, a failing black experimental novelist, and Isshee Ayam, a radical feminist author, collaborate on Dewayne's latest sexist comedy. Alternately telling the story about the coming of age of Earle and Dorothy - two black middle-class teenagers, sex-starved in New York City - the battling writers sneak ever, and dangerously, closer to reconciling their literary disputes." "This edition of Platitudes also includes "The New Black Aesthetic," a groundbreaking essay by Ellis that appeared in the journal Callaloo."--Jacket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Platitudes?
This edition of Platitudes has approximately 203 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 Platitudes?
For most readers, Platitudes typically takes between 4h 14m and 2h 49m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 50,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 23m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 50,750 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 Platitudes?
The estimated word count for Platitudes is approximately 50,750 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 Platitudes?
Platitudes was written by Trey Ellis.
When was Platitudes published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.