Tristram Shandy
Melvyn New
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at 250 WPM2h 32m
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Tristram Shandy
by Melvyn New
Published
1994
Pages
152
ISBN-10
0805744509
Description
Samuel Johnson and Samuel Richardson condemned it. James Boswell and Goethe proclaimed it a masterpiece. And from the beginning Sterne realized he had written a book that would not suit everyone's taste. For more than two centuries. Tristram Shandy (1759-67) has astounded - and by turns confounded, captivated, angered, and amused but ever entertained - readers worldwide. While on the surface a comic, disjointed account of the title character's life and times, the work is in fact a brilliant commentary on life's inherent chaos, the pointed challenge of British clergy-man-turned-author Laurence Sterne to the twin concepts of rationalism and sentimentalism. Delineating his views through skillfully drawn representations - among them Tristram, Yorick, and Uncle Toby - Sterne pinpointed issues central to not only his era but our own. Filled with thought-provoking ideas and marked by an open, conversational writing style, Tristram Shandy: A Book for Free Spirits is an adroit guide to understanding the aims and achievements of Sterne's masterpiece and to fully appreciating its lessons for contemporary times.
Subjects
The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman
Tristram Shandy
Reflexivity in Tristram Shandy
Tristram Shandy: the games of pleasure
Tristram Shandy (Routledge Revivals)
Thinking in Circles
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Tristram Shandy?
This edition of Tristram Shandy has approximately 152 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 Tristram Shandy?
For most readers, Tristram Shandy typically takes between 3h 10m and 2h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 38,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 38,000 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 Tristram Shandy?
The estimated word count for Tristram Shandy is approximately 38,000 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 Tristram Shandy?
Tristram Shandy was written by Melvyn New.
When was Tristram Shandy published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.