Fail-Safe
Eugene Burdick
Reading Time
at 250 WPM4h 50m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 4h 50m to read Fail-Safe.
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Fail-Safe
by Eugene Burdick, Harvey Wheeler
Published
1962
Publisher
Dell Publishing Co.,Inc.
Pages
290
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Fail-Safe?
This edition of Fail-Safe has approximately 290 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 Fail-Safe?
For most readers, Fail-Safe typically takes between 6h 3m and 4h 2m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 72,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 50m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 72,500 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 Fail-Safe?
The estimated word count for Fail-Safe is approximately 72,500 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 Fail-Safe?
Fail-Safe was written by Eugene Burdick, Harvey Wheeler.
When was Fail-Safe published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1962. The original work may have been published on a different date.