The martyred
Richard E. Kim
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The martyred
Published
2011
Publisher
Penguin Classics
Pages
199
ISBN-13
9780143106401
Description
During the early weeks of the Korean War, Captain Lee, a young South Korean officer, is ordered to investigate the kidnapping and mass murder of North Korean ministers by Communist forces. For propaganda purposes, the priests are declared martyrs, but - as he delves into the crime - Lee finds himself asking: What if they were not martyrs? What if they renounced their faith in the face of death, failing both faith and country? Should the people be fed this lie? Part thriller, part existential treatise, The Martyred was published to universal acclaim and became a National Book Award finalist, earning debut author Richard E. Kim comparisons to Fyodor Dostoevsky and Albert Camus--Back cover.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The martyred?
This edition of The martyred has approximately 199 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 martyred?
For most readers, The martyred typically takes between 4h 9m and 2h 46m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 49,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 19m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 49,750 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 The martyred?
The estimated word count for The martyred is approximately 49,750 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 The martyred?
The martyred was written by Richard E. Kim.
When was The martyred published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.