The pied piper
Wolfgang Mieder
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The pied piper
Published
2007
Publisher
Greenwood Press
Pages
189
ISBN-13
9780313334641
ISBN-10
0313334641
Description
Few figures are as famous, mysterious, and influential as the Pied Piper, the notorious catcher of rats and children. With his magical music he was able to bewitch anyone and anything to follow him blindly, and he continues to influence the contemporary imagination. This book overviews the history of the Pied Piper legend and its lasting significance. Included are excerpts from numerous texts, along with examples of the Pied Piper in art, children's books, political cartoons, and popular culture. The volume also reviews scholarship on the Pied Piper and lists print and electronic resources. The most thorough work of its kind, this book is essential for high school students and general readers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The pied piper?
This edition of The pied piper has approximately 189 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 pied piper?
For most readers, The pied piper typically takes between 3h 56m and 2h 38m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 47,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 9m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 47,250 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 pied piper?
The estimated word count for The pied piper is approximately 47,250 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 pied piper?
The pied piper was written by Wolfgang Mieder.
When was The pied piper published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.