Escape to captivity
Peter Hartley
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Escape to captivity
Published
1952
Publisher
Dent
Pages
210
Description
Peter Hartley was captured in Singapore at the age of 21 by the Japanese. He tells of his ordeal during three and a half years of captivity and his escape from a torpedoed "hell ship". Footnote: After the war Peter was ordained and, following in his father’s footsteps, became the vicar of Elstow, Bedfordshire in 1953. Elstow is famous as the home of John Bunyan. In 1976 he was appointed Canon Residentiary of Bermuda Cathedral and died in 1992. His ashes are buried in Elstow’s Churchyard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Escape to captivity?
This edition of Escape to captivity has approximately 210 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 Escape to captivity?
For most readers, Escape to captivity typically takes between 4h 23m and 2h 55m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 52,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 30m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 52,500 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 Escape to captivity?
The estimated word count for Escape to captivity is approximately 52,500 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 Escape to captivity?
Escape to captivity was written by Peter Hartley.
When was Escape to captivity published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1952. The original work may have been published on a different date.