Noah's Compass
Anne Tyler
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Noah's Compass
by Anne Tyler
Published
2009
Publisher
Cargo
Pages
269
ISBN-13
9789023441847
ISBN-10
9023441842
Description
From the incomparable Anne Tyler, a wise, gently humorous, and deeply compassionate novel about a schoolteacher, who has been forced to retire at sixty-one, coming to terms with the final phase of his life.Liam Pennywell, who set out to be a philosopher and ended up teaching fifth grade, never much liked the job at that run-down private school, so early retirement doesn't bother him. But he is troubled by his inability to remember anything about the first night that he moved into his new, spare, and efficient condominium on the outskirts of Baltimore. All he knows when he wakes up the next day in the hospital is that his head is sore and bandaged.His effort to recover the moments of his life that have been stolen from him leads him on an unexpected detour. What he needs is someone who can do the remembering for him. What he gets is--well, something quite different.We all know a Liam. In fact, there may be a little of Liam in each of us. Which is why Anne Tyler's lovely novel resonates so deeply.From the Hardcover edition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Noah's Compass?
This edition of Noah's Compass has approximately 269 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 Noah's Compass?
For most readers, Noah's Compass typically takes between 5h 36m and 3h 44m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 67,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 29m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 67,250 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 Noah's Compass?
The estimated word count for Noah's Compass is approximately 67,250 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 Noah's Compass?
Noah's Compass was written by Anne Tyler.
When was Noah's Compass published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2009. The original work may have been published on a different date.