A Canticle for Leibowitz
Walter M. Miller Jr.
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A Canticle for Leibowitz
by Walter M. Miller Jr., Волтер Майкл Міллер-молодший
Published
1981
Publisher
Moʻadon ḳorʾe Maʻariv Sifriyat Maʻariv
Pages
294
Description
Highly unusual After the Holocaust novel. In the far future, 20th century texts are preserved in a monastery, as "sacred books". The monks preserve for centuries what little science there is, and have saved the science texts and blueprints from destruction many times, also making beautifully illuminated copies. As the story opens to a world run on a basically fuedal lines, science is again becoming fashionable, as a hobby of rich men, at perhaps 18th or early 19th century level of comprehesion. A local lord, interested in science, comes to the monastery. What happens after that is an exquisitely told tale, stunning and extremely moving, totally different from any other After the Holocaust story
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in A Canticle for Leibowitz?
This edition of A Canticle for Leibowitz has approximately 294 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 A Canticle for Leibowitz?
For most readers, A Canticle for Leibowitz typically takes between 6h 8m and 4h 5m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 73,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 54m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 73,500 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 A Canticle for Leibowitz?
The estimated word count for A Canticle for Leibowitz is approximately 73,500 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 A Canticle for Leibowitz?
A Canticle for Leibowitz was written by Walter M. Miller Jr., Волтер Майкл Міллер-молодший.
When was A Canticle for Leibowitz published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1981. The original work may have been published on a different date.