The sonnets
Ted Berrigan
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at 250 WPM1h 12m
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The sonnets
by Ted Berrigan
Published
1967
Publisher
Grove Press
Pages
72
Description
"Originally published in 1964, The Sonnets by Ted Berrigan is considered by many to be his most important and influential book. This new annotated edition, with an introduction by Alice Notley, includes seven previously uncollected works. Like Shakespeare's sonnets, Berrigan's poems involve friendship and love triangles, but while the former happen chronologically, Berrigan's happen in the moment, with the story buried beneath a surface of names, repetitions, and fragmented experience. Reflecting the new American sensibilities of the 1960s as well as timeless poetic themes, The Sonnets is both eclectic and classical - the poems are monumental riddles worth contemplating."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The sonnets?
This edition of The sonnets has approximately 72 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 sonnets?
For most readers, The sonnets typically takes between 1h 30m and 1h 0m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 18,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 12m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 18,000 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 sonnets?
The estimated word count for The sonnets is approximately 18,000 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 sonnets?
The sonnets was written by Ted Berrigan.
When was The sonnets published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1967. The original work may have been published on a different date.