Soucouyant
David Chariandy
Reading Time
at 250 WPM3h 40m
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Soucouyant
Published
2007
Publisher
Arsenal Pulp Press
Pages
220
ISBN-13
9781551523767
Description
"A soucouyant is an evil spirit in Caribbean folklore, and a symbol here of the distant and dimly remembered legacies that continue to haunt the Americas. This first novel set in Ontario, in a house near the Scarborough Bluffs, focuses on a Canadian-born son who despairingly abandons his Caribbean-born mother suffering from dementia." "The son returns after two years to confront his mother but also a young woman who now mysteriously occupies the house. In his desire to atone for his past and live anew, he is compelled to imagine his mother's life before it all slips into darkness - her arrival in Canada during the early sixties, her childhood in Trinidad during World War II, and her lurking secret that each have tried to forget."--Jacket.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Soucouyant?
This edition of Soucouyant has approximately 220 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 Soucouyant?
For most readers, Soucouyant typically takes between 4h 35m and 3h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 55,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 55,000 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 Soucouyant?
The estimated word count for Soucouyant is approximately 55,000 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 Soucouyant?
Soucouyant was written by David Chariandy.
When was Soucouyant published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.