Guns, germs, and steel

Jared M. Diamond

at 250 WPM

7h 31m

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451

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Guns, germs, and steel

by Jared M. Diamond

2006

Typotex

451

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Description

An epic detective story that offers a gripping expose on why the world is so unequal. Professor Jared Diamond traveled the globe for over 30 years trying to answer this question.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Guns, germs, and steel?

This edition of Guns, germs, and steel has approximately 451 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 Guns, germs, and steel?

For most readers, Guns, germs, and steel typically takes between 9h 24m and 6h 16m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 112,750 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 31m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 112,750 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 Guns, germs, and steel?

The estimated word count for Guns, germs, and steel is approximately 112,750 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 Guns, germs, and steel?

Guns, germs, and steel was written by Jared M. Diamond.

When was Guns, germs, and steel published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2006. The original work may have been published on a different date.