A Tranquil Star
Primo Levi
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at 250 WPM2h 44m
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A Tranquil Star
by Primo Levi
Published
2007
Publisher
W.W. Norton
Pages
164
ISBN-13
9780393064681
Description
Primo Levi was one of the most astonishing voices to emerge from the twentieth century. This landmark selection of his short stories opens up a world of wonder, love, cruelty and curious twists of fate, where nothing is as it seems. In 'The Fugitive' an office worker composes the most beautiful poem ever with unforeseen consequences, while 'Magic Paint' sees a group of researchers develop a paint that mysteriously protects them from misfortune. 'Gladiators' and 'The Knall' are chilling explorations of mass violence, and in 'The Tranquil Star' a simple story of stargazing becomes a meditation on language, imagination and infinity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in A Tranquil Star?
This edition of A Tranquil Star has approximately 164 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 Tranquil Star?
For most readers, A Tranquil Star typically takes between 3h 25m and 2h 17m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 41,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 41,000 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 A Tranquil Star?
The estimated word count for A Tranquil Star is approximately 41,000 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 A Tranquil Star?
A Tranquil Star was written by Primo Levi.
When was A Tranquil Star published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.