George Burns and the hundred-year dash
Martin Gottfried
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George Burns and the hundred-year dash
Published
1996
Publisher
G.K. Hall
Pages
395
ISBN-10
078381688X
Description
All of America seemed to be cheering for George Burns as he approached his 100th birthday on January 20, 1996. He was rounding out a lifetime spent doing what he loved. For as tastes in entertainment changed, and as American show business evolved from vaudeville to radio, to movies and television, Burns kept right on running. In George Burns and the Hundred-Year Dash, noted biographer and theater critic Martin Gottfried reveals a man who put make-up on his life, preferring a show business version to the real thing. In it his rare talent for personal relationships is illuminated by close-up studies of his marriage to Gracie and his friendship with Jack Benny. Burns is brought to life in his adventurous youth, his smart and successful maturity, and finally, in his later years, when he became a spokesman for the elderly and the symbol of fruitful and active living in old age. This is a warm and inspiring story, written with unconditional affection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in George Burns and the hundred-year dash?
This edition of George Burns and the hundred-year dash has approximately 395 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 George Burns and the hundred-year dash?
For most readers, George Burns and the hundred-year dash typically takes between 8h 14m and 5h 29m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 98,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 35m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 98,750 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 George Burns and the hundred-year dash?
The estimated word count for George Burns and the hundred-year dash is approximately 98,750 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 George Burns and the hundred-year dash?
George Burns and the hundred-year dash was written by Martin Gottfried.
When was George Burns and the hundred-year dash published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1996. The original work may have been published on a different date.