Packing for Mars
Mary Roach
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at 250 WPM5h 36m
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Packing for Mars
by Mary Roach
Published
2011
Publisher
Norton & Company, Incorporated, W. W.
Pages
336
ISBN-13
9780393079104
Description
Space is devoid of the stuff humans need to live: air, gravity, hot showers, fresh veg, privacy, beer. How much can a person give up? What happens when you can't walk for a year? Is sex any fun in zero gravity? As Mary Roach discovers, it's possible to explore space without ever leaving Earth. From the space shuttle training toilet to a 17,000-mile-per-hour crash test of NASA's space capsule, she takes us on a surreally entertaining trip into the science of living in space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Packing for Mars?
This edition of Packing for Mars has approximately 336 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 Packing for Mars?
For most readers, Packing for Mars typically takes between 7h 0m and 4h 40m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 84,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 36m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 84,000 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 Packing for Mars?
The estimated word count for Packing for Mars is approximately 84,000 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 Packing for Mars?
Packing for Mars was written by Mary Roach.
When was Packing for Mars published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.