Hard times
Studs Terkel
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Hard times
by Studs Terkel
Published
1970
Publisher
Generic
Pages
482
Description
Des centaines d'entretiens font revivre les souvenirs de ceux qui ont traversé la grande dépression de 1929 aux États-Unis, du krach aux luttes syndicales, de la difficulté de la vie paysanne aux conséquences du New Deal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Hard times?
This edition of Hard times has approximately 482 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 times?
For most readers, Hard times typically takes between 10h 3m and 6h 42m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 120,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 2m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 17 days • Estimated word count: 120,500 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 times?
The estimated word count for Hard times is approximately 120,500 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 times?
Hard times was written by Studs Terkel.
When was Hard times published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1970. The original work may have been published on a different date.