Dispatches
Michael Herr
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Dispatches
by Michael Herr
Published
2016
Publisher
Karakter
Pages
295
ISBN-13
9788365271334
Description
Written on the front lines in Vietnam, *Dispatches* became an immediate classic of war reportage when it was published in 1977. From its terrifying opening pages to its final eloquent words, *Dispatches* makes us see, in unforgettable and unflinching detail, the chaos and fervor of the war and the surreal insanity of life in that singular combat zone. Michael Herr’s unsparing, unorthodox retellings of the day-to-day events in Vietnam take on the force of poetry, rendering clarity from one of the most incomprehensible and nightmarish events of our time. *Dispatches* is among the most blistering and compassionate accounts of war in our literature.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Dispatches?
This edition of Dispatches has approximately 295 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 Dispatches?
For most readers, Dispatches typically takes between 6h 9m and 4h 6m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 73,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 55m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 73,750 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 Dispatches?
The estimated word count for Dispatches is approximately 73,750 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 Dispatches?
Dispatches was written by Michael Herr.
When was Dispatches published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2016. The original work may have been published on a different date.