Junkyard Planet
H. Beam Piper
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at 250 WPM4h 18m
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Junkyard Planet
by H. Beam Piper, H. Bean Piper
Published
1963
Pages
258
Description
This novel had its genesis in a much shorter story called "Graveyard of Dreams" (Galaxy, 1958) Piper expanded it to book length, and it appeared in 1963 as Junkyard Planet. Ace later renamed the book The Cosmic Computer for its paperback appearance. This edition returns the book to Piper's original title, Junkyard Planet.Conn Maxwell returns from Terra to his home world of Poictesme, dubbed "The Junkyard Planet" because of all the military equipment left behind after the last war. Conn claims he has found the location of Merlin, a military super-computer rumored to have been left behind. But is Merlin real, or just a myth? And will Conn’s knowledge of the computer save Poictesme -- or tear his world apart?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Junkyard Planet?
This edition of Junkyard Planet has approximately 258 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 Junkyard Planet?
For most readers, Junkyard Planet typically takes between 5h 23m and 3h 35m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 64,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 18m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 64,500 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 Junkyard Planet?
The estimated word count for Junkyard Planet is approximately 64,500 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 Junkyard Planet?
Junkyard Planet was written by H. Beam Piper, H. Bean Piper.
When was Junkyard Planet published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1963. The original work may have been published on a different date.