Goodbye, Darkness
William Manchester
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at 250 WPM6h 41m
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Goodbye, Darkness
Published
2001
Publisher
Birlinn
Pages
401
ISBN-10
1841581259
Description
The nightmares began for William Manchester 23 years after WW II. In his dreams he lived with the recurring image of a battle-weary youth (himself), "angrily demanding to know what had happened to the three decades since he had laid down his arms." To find out, Manchester visited those places in the Pacific where as a young Marine he fought the Japanese, and in this book examines his experiences in the line with his fellow soldiers (his "brothers"). He gives us an honest and unabashedly emotional account of his part in the war in the Pacific. "The most moving memoir of combat on WW II that I have ever read. A testimony to the fortitude of man...a gripping, haunting, book." --William L. Shirer
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Goodbye, Darkness?
This edition of Goodbye, Darkness has approximately 401 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 Goodbye, Darkness?
For most readers, Goodbye, Darkness typically takes between 8h 21m and 5h 34m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 100,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 41m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 100,250 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 Goodbye, Darkness?
The estimated word count for Goodbye, Darkness is approximately 100,250 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 Goodbye, Darkness?
Goodbye, Darkness was written by William Manchester.
When was Goodbye, Darkness published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2001. The original work may have been published on a different date.