The Betrothed
Sir Walter Scott
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The Betrothed
Published
1894
Publisher
A. and C. Black
Pages
497
Description
"Set at the time of the Third Crusade (1189-92), The Betrothed is the first of Scott's Tales of the Crusaders, and although set in the Welsh Marches it is a crusading novel in that it is about those who stayed at home. The betrothed is Eveline, daughter of a Norman warrior, who is a victim of the Crusade in that her intended husband is required by the Church to fulfil his vow to take the Cross. He departs for three years. The full horror of an arranged marriage, and of being a 'prize' as men seek to gain possession of her is vividly realised - the heroine is never free; her fate is always determined by the agency of men." "The Betrothed is a problem novel in that it was deeply disliked by Scott's printer and publisher who forced significant changes. What Scott was required to do to meet their objections has been confronted for the first time in this, the first critical edition of the novel."--Jacket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Betrothed?
This edition of The Betrothed has approximately 497 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 The Betrothed?
For most readers, The Betrothed typically takes between 10h 21m and 6h 54m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 124,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 17m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 17 days • Estimated word count: 124,250 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 The Betrothed?
The estimated word count for The Betrothed is approximately 124,250 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 The Betrothed?
The Betrothed was written by Sir Walter Scott.
When was The Betrothed published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1894. The original work may have been published on a different date.