Galaxies
Harlow Shapley
Reading Time
at 250 WPM3h 16m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 3h 16m to read Galaxies.
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196
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Galaxies
Published
January 1, 1961
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Pages
196
ISBN-13
9780674340503
ISBN-10
0674340507
Description
This book succeeds in making the immense and remote universe of galaxies much more accessible to our imagination. It also conveys the excitement and wonder of this rapidly changing area of scientific inquiry. Enriched by numerous illustrations and written in an engaging style, Galaxies offers a nontechnical yet intelligent approach to the concepts and results of modern galactic research.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Galaxies?
This edition of Galaxies has approximately 196 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 Galaxies?
For most readers, Galaxies typically takes between 4h 5m and 2h 43m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 49,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 49,000 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 Galaxies?
The estimated word count for Galaxies is approximately 49,000 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 Galaxies?
Galaxies was written by Harlow Shapley.
When was Galaxies published?
The publication date for this specific edition is January 1, 1961. The original work may have been published on a different date.