Lost Boston
Jane Holtz Kay
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at 250 WPM5h 36m
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Lost Boston
Published
1999
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin
Pages
336
ISBN-13
9780395966105
ISBN-10
0395966108
Description
"Lost Boston offers a chance to see the city as it once was, revealing architectural gems that were lost long ago. An eminently readable history of the city's physical development, Lost Boston also makes an cloquent appeal for its preservation. Jane Holtz Kay traces the evolution of Boston from the barren, swampy peninsula of colonial times to the booming metropolis of today. In the process she creates the city's family album, infused with the flavor and energy that make Boston unique. Portrayed alongside the grand landmarks are the little details of city life that are so telling: neon signs and storefronts that were common in their time but are even more meaningful in their absence."--BOOK JACKET. "Kay also brings to life the people who literally created Boston - architects like Charles Bulfinch and H. H. Richardson, landscape designer and master park creator Frederick Law Olmsted, and even such colorful political figures as Mayors John "Honey Fitz" Fitzgerald and James Michael Curley."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Lost Boston?
This edition of Lost Boston has approximately 336 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 Lost Boston?
For most readers, Lost Boston typically takes between 7h 0m and 4h 40m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 84,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 36m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 84,000 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 Lost Boston?
The estimated word count for Lost Boston is approximately 84,000 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 Lost Boston?
Lost Boston was written by Jane Holtz Kay.
When was Lost Boston published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.