Overload
Arthur Hailey
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Overload
Published
1979
Publisher
Doubleday
Pages
454
Description
In the middle of a sweltering July heat wave that has no end in sight, California’s Golden State Power and Light is on overload. An emergency brownout is already in effect. Then, GSP&L’s newest and largest generator explodes. With four people dead and a widespread loss of power, a fringe group takes responsibility. But for GSP&L vice president Nim Goldman and his family; his adversary, investigative reporter Nancy Molineaux; detective Harry London; and beautiful quadriplegic Karen Sloan, whose every breath depends on electric power, the terror is just beginning . . . A dramatic and timely story of the people and the events leading to a crisis, Overload presents a fascinating view of the little-known world of electric power production that is vital to contemporary life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Overload?
This edition of Overload has approximately 454 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 Overload?
For most readers, Overload typically takes between 9h 28m and 6h 18m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 113,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 34m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 113,500 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 Overload?
The estimated word count for Overload is approximately 113,500 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 Overload?
Overload was written by Arthur Hailey.
When was Overload published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1979. The original work may have been published on a different date.