Black Man
Richard K. Morgan
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Black Man
Published
2008
Publisher
Gollancz
Pages
644
ISBN-13
9780575085718
Description
**Winner of the 2008 Arthur C. Clarke Award** **Published as *Black Man* in the UK and *Thirteen* in North America** Carl Marsalis is a traitor, a bringer of death, a genetic freak and an unwelcome reminder of all that is dark in the human psyche – he in every sense of the word a Black Man. And right at the moment he’s beyond the UN’s jurisdiction, banged up in a Florida jail for financing an illegal abortion. So when the US police call, Carl cuts a deal. The 13s are genetically engineered alpha males, designed to fight the century’s last conflicts. But men bred and designed to fight are dangerous to have around in peacetime. Many of them have left for Mars, but one has returned. Somehow he survived the journey to Earth, and now a series of brutal slayings has erupted across America. Only Carl can stop him. And so begins a frenetic man hunt and a battle for survival. And a search for the truth about what was really done with the world’s last soldiers. ([Source][1]) [1]: https://www.richardkmorgan.com/writing/black-man-aka-thirteen/
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Black Man?
This edition of Black Man has approximately 644 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 Black Man?
For most readers, Black Man typically takes between 13h 25m and 8h 57m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 161,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 10h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 22 days • Estimated word count: 161,000 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 Black Man?
The estimated word count for Black Man is approximately 161,000 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 Black Man?
Black Man was written by Richard K. Morgan.
When was Black Man published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.