Brevity
Laurence Goldstein
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at 250 WPM6h 8m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 6h 8m to read Brevity.
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Brevity
Published
2013
Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Pages
368
ISBN-13
9781299862937
Description
Brevity in conversation is a window to the workings of the mind. People use ellipsis and various kinds of pragmatic enrichment keyed to the particular conversational setting, to express concisely what they mean. Distinguished linguists, philosophers and cognitive scientists here say how.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Brevity?
This edition of Brevity has approximately 368 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 Brevity?
For most readers, Brevity typically takes between 7h 40m and 5h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 92,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 8m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 92,000 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 Brevity?
The estimated word count for Brevity is approximately 92,000 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 Brevity?
Brevity was written by Laurence Goldstein.
When was Brevity published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.