Libra
Don DeLillo
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at 250 WPM8h 16m
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Libra
by Don DeLillo
Published
Nov 11, 2014
Publisher
Austral
Pages
496
ISBN-13
9788432222986
ISBN-10
8432222984
Description
In this powerful, eerily convincing fictional speculation on the assassination of John F. Kennedy, Don DeLillo chronicles Lee Harvey Oswald's odyssey from troubled teenager to a man of precarious stability who imagines himself an agent of history. When "history" presents itself in the form of two disgruntled CIA operatives who decide that an unsuccessful attempt on the life of the president will galvanize the nation against communism, the scales are irrevocably tipped. A gripping, masterful blend of fact and fiction, alive with meticulously portrayed characters both real and created, Libra is a grave, haunting, and brilliant examination of an event that has become an indelible part of the American psyche.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Libra?
This edition of Libra has approximately 496 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 Libra?
For most readers, Libra typically takes between 10h 20m and 6h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 124,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 17 days • Estimated word count: 124,000 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 Libra?
The estimated word count for Libra is approximately 124,000 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 Libra?
Libra was written by Don DeLillo.
When was Libra published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Nov 11, 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.