Birth and fortune
Richard A. Easterlin
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at 250 WPM3h 48m
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Birth and fortune
Published
1987
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Pages
228
ISBN-10
0226180328
Subjects
The Wealth of Nations
A Room of One's Own
NASA/DoD aerospace knowledge diffusion research project
Gone With the Wind
The Last of the Mohicans
The Great Gatsby
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Birth and fortune?
This edition of Birth and fortune has approximately 228 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 Birth and fortune?
For most readers, Birth and fortune typically takes between 4h 45m and 3h 10m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 57,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 48m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 57,000 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 Birth and fortune?
The estimated word count for Birth and fortune is approximately 57,000 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 Birth and fortune?
Birth and fortune was written by Richard A. Easterlin.
When was Birth and fortune published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1987. The original work may have been published on a different date.