Close Quarters

William Golding

at 250 WPM

5h 20m

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11

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320

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Close Quarters

by William Golding, Ronald Blythe

2013

Faber & Faber, Limited

320

9780571298563

Description

Sequel to: Rites of passage. Recounts the further adventures of the eighteenth-century fighting ship, converted at the close of the Napoleonic War to carry passengers and cargo from England to Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Close Quarters?

This edition of Close Quarters has approximately 320 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 Close Quarters?

For most readers, Close Quarters typically takes between 6h 40m and 4h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 80,000 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 20m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 80,000 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 Close Quarters?

The estimated word count for Close Quarters is approximately 80,000 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 Close Quarters?

Close Quarters was written by William Golding, Ronald Blythe.

When was Close Quarters published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.