47
Walter Mosley
Reading Time
at 250 WPM3h 52m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 3h 52m to read 47.
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232
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47
Published
2006
Publisher
Little, Brown
Pages
232
ISBN-13
9780316016353
ISBN-10
0316016357
Description
Walter Mosley is one of the best-known writers in America. In his first book for young adults, Mosley deftly weaves historical and speculative fiction into a powerful narrative about the nature of freedom. 47 is a young slave boy living under the watchful eye of a brutal slave master. His life seems doomed until he meets a mysterious runaway slave, Tall John. Then, 47 finds himself swept up in a struggle for his own liberation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in 47?
This edition of 47 has approximately 232 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 47?
For most readers, 47 typically takes between 4h 50m and 3h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 52m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 58,000 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 47?
The estimated word count for 47 is approximately 58,000 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 47?
47 was written by Walter Mosley, Ossie Davis.
When was 47 published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2006. The original work may have been published on a different date.