Luminous
Greg Egan
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Luminous
by Greg Egan
Published
Sep 14, 2011
Publisher
Livre de Poche
Pages
475
ISBN-13
9782253159896
ISBN-10
2253159891
Description
Greg Egan is the author of some of the most surprising and intuitive short fictions in the genre. His stories range from near future predictions to far future, far space improvisations and this new collection of ten stories includes 'The Planck Dive', Transition Dreams', 'Our Lady of Chernobyl', 'Cocoon' and the title store 'Luminous'.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Luminous?
This edition of Luminous has approximately 475 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 Luminous?
For most readers, Luminous typically takes between 9h 54m and 6h 36m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 118,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 55m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 118,750 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 Luminous?
The estimated word count for Luminous is approximately 118,750 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 Luminous?
Luminous was written by Greg Egan.
When was Luminous published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Sep 14, 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.