Hurricanes
Seymour Simon
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Hurricanes
Published
August 12, 2003
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pages
32
ISBN-13
9780688162924
ISBN-10
0688162924
Description
"Hurricanes. Typhoons. Cyclones. No matter what you call them, these formidable, swirling storms are the most devastating events in nature. *Hurricanes* takes young readers on an in-depth exploration of one of the most awe-inspiring phenomena on Earth! This dramatic account of hurricanes and the disasters they leave behind, including Andrew and Katrina, are intensified through arresting full-color photographs and satellite images. Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon has teamed up with the Smithsonian Institution to bring you a new, updated edition of his acclaimed look at this astonishing, and often terrifying natural disaster." - [this edition][1]'s book jacket [1]: https://openlibrary.org/books/OL9243642M/Hurricanes
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Hurricanes?
This edition of Hurricanes has approximately 32 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 Hurricanes?
For most readers, Hurricanes typically takes between 40m and 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 8,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 2 days • Estimated word count: 8,000 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 Hurricanes?
The estimated word count for Hurricanes is approximately 8,000 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 Hurricanes?
Hurricanes was written by Seymour Simon.
When was Hurricanes published?
The publication date for this specific edition is August 12, 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.