Susan Cooper
Nina Mikkelsen
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Susan Cooper
Published
1998
Publisher
Twayne Publishers
Pages
154
ISBN-10
0805778136
Description
In Susan Cooper, the first full-length critical study of its subject, Nina Mikkelsen argues persuasively that Cooper's books "have much to tell us about the human condition, about children, and about children's literature." Organizing her material chronologically, Mikkelsen commences with a biographical portrait of the writer, tracing influential persons and events from Cooper's growing-up years in a London suburb during World War II to her present-day life in New England. Individual chapters then focus on The Dark Is Rising sequence, including its English- and Welsh-set volumes and the response from its readers; explore the works of the 1980s and 1990s, among them The Boggart and The Boggart and the Monster, centering on a mischievous Scottish spirit and geared to younger children; and assess the form, structure, and vision marking Cooper's writing as a whole. Special emphasis is given to the role that Celtic myths play in Cooper's narrative patterns, characters, and themes - myths that, Mikkelsen observes, Cooper "borrows; she invents; she reinvents, and the wide web of stories raying out of the main story reflects the many layers of cultural identity the books explore."
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Susan Cooper?
This edition of Susan Cooper has approximately 154 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 Susan Cooper?
For most readers, Susan Cooper typically takes between 3h 13m and 2h 8m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 38,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 34m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 38,500 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 Susan Cooper?
The estimated word count for Susan Cooper is approximately 38,500 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 Susan Cooper?
Susan Cooper was written by Nina Mikkelsen.
When was Susan Cooper published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.