Sylvia
Bryce Courtenay
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at 250 WPM8h 23m
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Sylvia
Published
2006
Publisher
Viking
Pages
503
ISBN-10
0670070262
Description
'I am Sylvia Honeyeater; I think myself born around 1196, and this is the story of my life. I am cursed by folk as an optimist and a dreamer, which is a dangerous combination. . .' Sylvia is the story of the Children's Crusade, which occurred in the year 1212, and is perhaps the strangest true event to have taken place in European history. It is also a story of how, throughout some of the darkest medieval times, the redeeming power and strength of a young woman's love and intelligence prevail over poverty, brutality and bigotry. Sylvia was a remarkable, talented and eccentric young woman and this is her story.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Sylvia?
This edition of Sylvia has approximately 503 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 Sylvia?
For most readers, Sylvia typically takes between 10h 29m and 6h 59m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 125,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 23m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 17 days • Estimated word count: 125,750 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 Sylvia?
The estimated word count for Sylvia is approximately 125,750 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 Sylvia?
Sylvia was written by Bryce Courtenay.
When was Sylvia published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2006. The original work may have been published on a different date.