One life
Richard E. Leakey
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One life
Published
May 1986
Publisher
Salem House Publishers
Pages
212
ISBN-13
9780881621921
ISBN-10
0881621927
Description
An autobiographical account of the famous anthropologist's life from his childhood in Kenya to his position as director of Kenya's National Museum.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in One life?
This edition of One life has approximately 212 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 One life?
For most readers, One life typically takes between 4h 25m and 2h 57m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 53,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 53,000 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 One life?
The estimated word count for One life is approximately 53,000 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 One life?
One life was written by Richard E. Leakey.
When was One life published?
The publication date for this specific edition is May 1986. The original work may have been published on a different date.