Samuel Beckett
John Minihan
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Samuel Beckett
by John Minihan
Published
1995
Publisher
Secker and Warburg
Pages
128
ISBN-13
9780436202520
ISBN-10
0436202522
Description
The most remarkable thing about this collection of photographs of Samuel Beckett is that it exists at all, for Beckett was notoriously elusive throughout his life. When he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature, journalists were unable to locate him for interviews and photographs; he did not even go to Stockholm to accept the prize. Collected here is a series of photographs by the Irish photographer, John Minihan, that presents a view of Beckett that has long been missing. Minihan's photographs take a rare and intimate look into the life of this intensely private person. Beckett is seen at work directing several of his plays and relaxing in the cafes he loved; he is seen alone and with friends. Writing with wit and affection, Aidan Higgins says in his introduction: "Despite his frigid bearing and frosty mien, there was something warm and endearing about him. Few if any ever called him Samuel: it was always Sam...One was privileged to know Sam Beckett, for his likes will not come again; such generosity of spirit was rarer than radium." This book will introduce Beckett anew and will add the reader to those who are privileged to know him.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Samuel Beckett?
This edition of Samuel Beckett has approximately 128 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 Samuel Beckett?
For most readers, Samuel Beckett typically takes between 2h 40m and 1h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 32,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 8m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 32,000 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 Samuel Beckett?
The estimated word count for Samuel Beckett is approximately 32,000 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 Samuel Beckett?
Samuel Beckett was written by John Minihan.
When was Samuel Beckett published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.