Behind the wall
Colin Thubron
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Behind the wall
Published
1989
Publisher
Ulverscroft
Pages
545
ISBN-10
0708919820
Description
Having learned Mandarin, and travelling alone by foot, bicycle and train, Colin Thubron set off on a 10,000 mile journey from Beijing to the borders of Burma. He travelled through the wind-swept wastes of the Gobi desert and finished at the far end of the Great Wall.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Behind the wall?
This edition of Behind the wall has approximately 545 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 Behind the wall?
For most readers, Behind the wall typically takes between 11h 21m and 7h 34m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 136,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 5m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 19 days • Estimated word count: 136,250 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 Behind the wall?
The estimated word count for Behind the wall is approximately 136,250 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 Behind the wall?
Behind the wall was written by Colin Thubron.
When was Behind the wall published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1989. The original work may have been published on a different date.