Patterns in the sand

Terry R. J. Bossomaier

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3h 26m

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Patterns in the sand

by Terry R. J. Bossomaier, David Green, Terry Bossomaier

June 1998

Perseus Books Group

206

9780738200156

0738200158

Description

Presents a new vision of the most revolutionary scientific breakthroughs of the twentieth century. Annotation. In this fresh look at the science of complexity, a biologist and a computer scientist discuss this profound new field of knowledge, using examples from starfish to traveling salesmen, from car crashes to the workings of the brain.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Patterns in the sand?

This edition of Patterns in the sand has approximately 206 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 Patterns in the sand?

For most readers, Patterns in the sand typically takes between 4h 18m and 2h 52m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 51,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 26m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 51,500 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 Patterns in the sand?

The estimated word count for Patterns in the sand is approximately 51,500 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 Patterns in the sand?

Patterns in the sand was written by Terry R. J. Bossomaier, David Green, Terry Bossomaier.

When was Patterns in the sand published?

The publication date for this specific edition is June 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.