Twilight sleep
Edith Wharton
Reading Time
at 250 WPM5h 18m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 5h 18m to read Twilight sleep.
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Twilight sleep
Published
June 1, 2001
Publisher
J'ai lu
Pages
318
ISBN-13
9782290311462
ISBN-10
2290311464
Description
Out of print for several decades, here is Edith Wharton's superb satirical novel of the Jazz Age, a critically praised best-seller when it was first published in 1927. Sex, drugs, work, money, infatuation with the occult and spiritual healing - these are the remarkably modern themes that animate Twilight Sleep. The extended family of Mrs. Manford is determined to escape the pain, boredom and emptiness of life through whatever form of "twilight sleep" they can devise or procure. And though the characters and their actions may seem more in keeping with today's society, this is still a classic Wharton tale of the upper crust and its undoing - wittily, masterfully told.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Twilight sleep?
This edition of Twilight sleep has approximately 318 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 Twilight sleep?
For most readers, Twilight sleep typically takes between 6h 38m and 4h 25m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 79,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 18m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 79,500 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 Twilight sleep?
The estimated word count for Twilight sleep is approximately 79,500 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 Twilight sleep?
Twilight sleep was written by Edith Wharton.
When was Twilight sleep published?
The publication date for this specific edition is June 1, 2001. The original work may have been published on a different date.