Jailbird
Kurt Vonnegut
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at 250 WPM4h 6m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 4h 6m to read Jailbird.
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Jailbird
Published
1979
Publisher
Delacorte Press/Seymour Lawrence
Pages
246
ISBN-10
0440054494
Description
Jailbird presents the memoir of one Walter F. Starbuck, recently released from jail after serving time for a minor role in the Watergate conspiracy. The novel relates the events of Starbuck’s first two days of freedom, during which he goes to New York City and encounters two people from his past. From enotes.com
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Jailbird?
This edition of Jailbird has approximately 246 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 Jailbird?
For most readers, Jailbird typically takes between 5h 8m and 3h 25m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 61,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 6m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 61,500 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 Jailbird?
The estimated word count for Jailbird is approximately 61,500 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 Jailbird?
Jailbird was written by Kurt Vonnegut.
When was Jailbird published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1979. The original work may have been published on a different date.