Gain
Richard Powers
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Gain
Published
September 29, 2009
Publisher
Picador
Pages
416
ISBN-13
9780312429096
ISBN-10
0312429096
Description
A soap company establishes itself in Massachusetts, bringing better hygiene and employment to the community. But there is a negative side, pollution, and the victim is Laura, a woman suffering from cancer. A look at the pros and cons of progress. By the author of Galatea 2.2.
Subjects
Aus meinem Leben
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Gain?
This edition of Gain has approximately 416 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 Gain?
For most readers, Gain typically takes between 8h 40m and 5h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 104,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 104,000 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 Gain?
The estimated word count for Gain is approximately 104,000 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 Gain?
Gain was written by Richard Powers.
When was Gain published?
The publication date for this specific edition is September 29, 2009. The original work may have been published on a different date.