Reading Rilke
William H. Gass
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at 250 WPM3h 53m
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Reading Rilke
Published
1999
Publisher
A. Knopf
Pages
233
ISBN-10
0375403124
Description
"After nearly a lifetime of reading Rilke in English, William Gass undertook the task of translating Rilke's writing in order to see if he could, in that way, get closer to the work he so deeply admired. With Gass's own background in philosophy, it seemed natural to begin with the Duino Elegies, the poems in which Rilke's ideas are most fully expressed and which as a group are important not only as one of the supreme poetic achievements of the West but also because of the way in which they came to be written - in a storm of inspiration."--BOOK JACKET. "Gass examines the genesis of the ideas that inform the Elegies and discusses previous translations. He writes, as well, about Rilke the man: his character, his relationships, his life."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Reading Rilke?
This edition of Reading Rilke has approximately 233 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 Reading Rilke?
For most readers, Reading Rilke typically takes between 4h 51m and 3h 14m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 53m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 58,250 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 Reading Rilke?
The estimated word count for Reading Rilke is approximately 58,250 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 Reading Rilke?
Reading Rilke was written by William H. Gass.
When was Reading Rilke published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.