Hard Problem
Tom Stoppard
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Hard Problem
by Tom Stoppard
Published
2015
Publisher
Grove/Atlantic, Incorporated
Pages
96
ISBN-13
9780802190505
Description
Hilary, a young psychology researcher at the Krohl Institute for Brain Science, is nursing a private sorrow and a troubling question. She and other researchers at the institute are grappling with what science calls the “hard problem”—if there is nothing but matter, what is consciousness? What Hilary discovers puts her fundamentally at odds with her colleagues, who include her first mentor and one-time lover, Spike; her boss, Leo; and the billionaire founder of the institute, Jerry. Hilary needs a miracle, and she is prepared to pray for one.
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How many pages are in Hard Problem?
This edition of Hard Problem has approximately 96 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 Hard Problem?
For most readers, Hard Problem typically takes between 2h 0m and 1h 20m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 24,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 36m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 4 days • Estimated word count: 24,000 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 Hard Problem?
The estimated word count for Hard Problem is approximately 24,000 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 Hard Problem?
Hard Problem was written by Tom Stoppard.
When was Hard Problem published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2015. The original work may have been published on a different date.