Selected Poems
Paul Verlaine
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Selected Poems
Published
February 1, 1961
Publisher
University of California Press
Pages
228
ISBN-13
9780520012981
ISBN-10
0520012984
Description
The influential French poet, Symbolist leader, and Decadent Paul Verlaine (1844-1896) was recognized as a groundbreaking writer even in his own lifetime--his stylistic innovations brought a new musicality to French poetry and paved the way for free verse and other twentieth-century techniques and experiments. This selection of poems, with the French text en face, provides a comprehensive selection of Verlaine's verse together with a lucid introduction illuminating his life and works.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Selected Poems?
This edition of Selected Poems has approximately 228 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 Selected Poems?
For most readers, Selected Poems typically takes between 4h 45m and 3h 10m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 57,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 48m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 57,000 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 Selected Poems?
The estimated word count for Selected Poems is approximately 57,000 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 Selected Poems?
Selected Poems was written by Paul Verlaine.
When was Selected Poems published?
The publication date for this specific edition is February 1, 1961. The original work may have been published on a different date.