The small dark man
Maurice Walsh
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The small dark man
Published
1979
Publisher
Chambers
Pages
255
ISBN-10
0550204121
Description
This long ago novel is the perfect antidote to influenza, a charmingly sentimental love story. Hugh Forbes (the eponymous small, dark man) is an IRA activitist, who has neverthless become friends with a Scottish landowner. He is, incidentally, one of the minor characters in "The Quiet Man". Visiting Charles Grant, he meets his sister, who unfortunately has given her heart away to an arrogant, ill-tempered (English, of course) stuffed shirt who takes worship to be his birthright. Lots of deer-stalking, fishing, Highland Games, unrequited sighing, and a few jolly dust-ups to leaven the mixture. There is the mandatory red-headed woman in the Maureen O'Hara style. Of course they all (yes, all) live happily ever after....
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The small dark man?
This edition of The small dark man has approximately 255 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 small dark man?
For most readers, The small dark man typically takes between 5h 19m and 3h 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 63,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 15m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 63,750 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 small dark man?
The estimated word count for The small dark man is approximately 63,750 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 small dark man?
The small dark man was written by Maurice Walsh.
When was The small dark man published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1979. The original work may have been published on a different date.