On thin ice
Hugh Rowland
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On thin ice
by Hugh Rowland
Published
2010
Publisher
Hyperion
Pages
235
ISBN-13
9781401323684
Description
You've watched him battle the odds on History Channel's Ice Road Truckers. Now read Hugh "The Polar Bear" Rowland's own storm-by-storm account of surviving and conquering the infamous ice roads of the Arctic. Every year, a fleet of truckers travels through the Canadian Arctic, battling subzero temperatures and perilous conditions. The region is heavily endowed with natural resources. Locating this abundance of natural gas, conflict-free diamonds, and gold is relatively easy; extracting and transporting these goods is another matter entirely. These elite truckers spend two months traveling thousands of miles on naturally formed roads of ice that is only sixteen inches thick. It is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. From the first snowstorm to the final thaw, this book traces the history of ice road trucking, chronicles Rowland's preparation for the trek, and follows him through his perilous journey.--From publisher description.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in On thin ice?
This edition of On thin ice has approximately 235 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 On thin ice?
For most readers, On thin ice typically takes between 4h 54m and 3h 16m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 55m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 58,750 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 On thin ice?
The estimated word count for On thin ice is approximately 58,750 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 On thin ice?
On thin ice was written by Hugh Rowland.
When was On thin ice published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2010. The original work may have been published on a different date.