Papa Westray
Jim Hewitson
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at 250 WPM3h 44m
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Papa Westray
by Jim Hewitson
Published
September 1996
Publisher
Trafalgar Square Publishing
Pages
224
ISBN-13
9781851588213
ISBN-10
1851588213
Description
"Papa Westray, mystical island of the monks, is hardly more than a dot on the map of Scotland, yet it has a remarkable record of habitation which spans more than 5,000 years - a continuity of settlement difficult to match anywhere in the world. Only in the past 20 years, though, has the world at large come to know the treasures of Papa Westray." "This far-flung Orkney isle and journalist Jim Hewitson found each other in the early 1980s. With its 25 households, 70 or so permanent residents, a mini-economy based on cattle, sheep and shellfishing, the island sustains only a fraction of the population it did a century ago." "Clinging to the Edge brings together eight years of articles, essays and diary jottings which portray a fascinating island battered not just by Atlantic storms but by the pressures of contemporary economics. It provides a series of snapshots of life on the ocean fringe; the strains, stresses and joys of being part of a compact community still living, more than most, in a world apart."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Papa Westray?
This edition of Papa Westray has approximately 224 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 Papa Westray?
For most readers, Papa Westray typically takes between 4h 40m and 3h 7m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 56,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 44m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 56,000 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 Papa Westray?
The estimated word count for Papa Westray is approximately 56,000 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 Papa Westray?
Papa Westray was written by Jim Hewitson.
When was Papa Westray published?
The publication date for this specific edition is September 1996. The original work may have been published on a different date.