Tender Buttons

Gertrude Stein

at 250 WPM

1h 22m

The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 1h 22m to read Tender Buttons.

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Tender Buttons

by Gertrude Stein

1946

82

Description

Gertrude Stein's Tender Buttons: Objects, Food, Rooms from 1914 is a poetic exploration of words - clustered, juxtaposed, redefined and played off one another - to subterfuge their common meanings, which Stein felt had become watered down, and to re-infuse them with expressive force.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Tender Buttons?

This edition of Tender Buttons has approximately 82 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 Tender Buttons?

For most readers, Tender Buttons typically takes between 1h 43m and 1h 8m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 20,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 22m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 20,500 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 Tender Buttons?

The estimated word count for Tender Buttons is approximately 20,500 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 Tender Buttons?

Tender Buttons was written by Gertrude Stein.

When was Tender Buttons published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 1946. The original work may have been published on a different date.