How it works
Fairbanks, Robert P. II
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How it works
Published
2009
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press
Pages
298
ISBN-13
9780226234083
ISBN-10
0226234088
Description
'How it Works' examines the phenomenon of the 'recovery house movement' in Philadelphia. Often unlicensed and unregulated, these facilities provide shelter for recovering addicts and alcoholics using abandoned row houses in the most deprived areas of the city.
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Self-run, self-supported houses for more effective recovery from alcohol and drug addiction
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in How it works?
This edition of How it works has approximately 298 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 How it works?
For most readers, How it works typically takes between 6h 13m and 4h 8m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 74,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 58m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 74,500 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 How it works?
The estimated word count for How it works is approximately 74,500 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 How it works?
How it works was written by Fairbanks, Robert P. II.
When was How it works published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2009. The original work may have been published on a different date.