Compass
Alan Gurney
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at 250 WPM5h 20m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 5h 20m to read Compass.
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Compass
by Alan Gurney
Published
2005
Publisher
Norton & Company, Incorporated, W. W.
Pages
320
ISBN-13
9780393608830
Description
A history of the compass describes its pivotal role in early shipping, relating how its development over the course of hundreds of years was marked by thousands of shipwrecks and the disastrous fates of sailors who misused it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Compass?
This edition of Compass 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 Compass?
For most readers, Compass 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 Compass?
The estimated word count for Compass 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 Compass?
Compass was written by Alan Gurney.
When was Compass published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2005. The original work may have been published on a different date.