The Three-arched Bridge
Ismail Kadare
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The Three-arched Bridge
Published
1978
Publisher
Naim Frashëri
Pages
511
Description
When the construction of a bridge built to link the Balkans to Europe is repeatedly and mysteriously sabotaged, an old ballad starts making the rounds at local taverns. The bards sing of a legend – a woman immured in a castle wall to prevent it from falling. Some say the bridge is being damaged by local ferrymen, others blame the vengeful water spirits. But this is a town where terror and superstition reign and a solution must be reached. So it is decreed: a willing person must be plastered into the bridge…
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Three-arched Bridge?
This edition of The Three-arched Bridge has approximately 511 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 Three-arched Bridge?
For most readers, The Three-arched Bridge typically takes between 10h 39m and 7h 6m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 127,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 31m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 18 days • Estimated word count: 127,750 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 Three-arched Bridge?
The estimated word count for The Three-arched Bridge is approximately 127,750 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 Three-arched Bridge?
The Three-arched Bridge was written by Ismail Kadare.
When was The Three-arched Bridge published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1978. The original work may have been published on a different date.