Darwin's ghosts
Rebecca Stott
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Darwin's ghosts
Published
2012
Publisher
Bloomsbury
Pages
383
ISBN-13
9781408809082
ISBN-10
1408809087
Description
Christmas, 1859. Just one month after the publication of On the Origin of Species, Darwin received a letter that deeply unsettled him. He had expected criticism. Letters were arriving every day like swarms, some expressing praise, most outrage and accusations of heresy. But the letter from the Reverend Powell was different.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Darwin's ghosts?
This edition of Darwin's ghosts has approximately 383 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 Darwin's ghosts?
For most readers, Darwin's ghosts typically takes between 7h 59m and 5h 19m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 95,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 23m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 95,750 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 Darwin's ghosts?
The estimated word count for Darwin's ghosts is approximately 95,750 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 Darwin's ghosts?
Darwin's ghosts was written by Rebecca Stott.
When was Darwin's ghosts published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.