Chains
Laurie Halse Anderson
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at 250 WPM5h 16m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 5h 16m to read Chains.
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Chains
Published
October 21, 2008
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
Pages
316
ISBN-10
1416905863
Description
If an entire nation could seek its freedom, why not a girl? As the Revolutionary War begins, thirteen-year-old Isabel wages her own fight...for freedom. Promised freedom upon the death of their owner, she and her sister, Ruth, in a cruel twist of fate become the property of a malicious New York City couple, the Locktons, who have no sympathy for the American Revolution and even less for Ruth and Isabel. When Isabel meets Curzon, a slave with ties to the Patriots, he encourages her to spy on her owners, who know details of British plans for invasion. She is reluctant at first, but when the unthinkable happens to Ruth, Isabel realizes her loyalty is available to the bidder who can provide her with freedom. From acclaimed author Laurie Halse Anderson comes this compelling, impeccably researched novel that shows the lengths we can go to cast off our chains, both physical and spiritual.(less)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Chains?
This edition of Chains has approximately 316 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 Chains?
For most readers, Chains typically takes between 6h 35m and 4h 23m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 79,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 79,000 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 Chains?
The estimated word count for Chains is approximately 79,000 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 Chains?
Chains was written by Laurie Halse Anderson.
When was Chains published?
The publication date for this specific edition is October 21, 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.