First contact
Marc Kaufman
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at 250 WPM3h 33m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 3h 33m to read First contact.
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First contact
by Marc Kaufman
Published
2011
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Pages
213
ISBN-13
9781439109007
ISBN-10
1439109001
Description
Kaufman details the incredible true story of science's search for the beginnings of life on Earth and the probability that it exists elsewhere in the universe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in First contact?
This edition of First contact has approximately 213 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 First contact?
For most readers, First contact typically takes between 4h 26m and 2h 58m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 53,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 33m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 53,250 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 First contact?
The estimated word count for First contact is approximately 53,250 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 First contact?
First contact was written by Marc Kaufman.
When was First contact published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.