Merde

Ralph A. Lewin

at 250 WPM

3h 12m

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Merde

by Ralph A. Lewin

2000

Quarto Publishing Group UK

192

9781854107329

Description

"History, biology, anthropology, culture, animal behaviorall of these are the real subjects of Merde. Why can some animals do it on the run, and others can't? Why does camel dung make good fires? What are the fascinating stories of the dung beetles?"--BOOK JACKET. "Myths and legends, physical features, health and disease, uses for construction and as fertilizers - even nutritional values! - Ralph Lewin writes about them all in the most ingratiating and sophisticated and yet scientific way. Merde is also full of personal adventures and observations, as well as anecdotes and examples."--BOOK JACKET.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Merde?

This edition of Merde has approximately 192 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 Merde?

For most readers, Merde typically takes between 4h 0m and 2h 40m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 48,000 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 12m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 48,000 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 Merde?

The estimated word count for Merde is approximately 48,000 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 Merde?

Merde was written by Ralph A. Lewin.

When was Merde published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.