The Blind Owl
Ṣādiq Hidāyat
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at 250 WPM2h 24m
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The Blind Owl
Published
January 11, 1994
Publisher
Grove Press
Pages
144
ISBN-13
9780802131805
ISBN-10
0802131808
Description
Considered the most important work of modern Iranian literature, *The Blind Owl* is a haunting tale of loss and spiritual degradation. Replete with potent symbolism and terrifying surrealistic imagery, Sadegh Hedayat's masterpice details a young man's despair after losing a mysterious lover. And as the author gradually drifts into frenzy and madness, the reader becomes caught in the sandstorm of Hedayat's bleak vision of the human condition. *The Blind Owl*, which has been translated into many foreign languages, has often been compared to the writing of Edgar Allan Poe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Blind Owl?
This edition of The Blind Owl has approximately 144 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 Blind Owl?
For most readers, The Blind Owl typically takes between 3h 0m and 2h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 36,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 24m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 36,000 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 The Blind Owl?
The estimated word count for The Blind Owl is approximately 36,000 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 The Blind Owl?
The Blind Owl was written by Ṣādiq Hidāyat.
When was The Blind Owl published?
The publication date for this specific edition is January 11, 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.