Pegasus Bridge
Stephen E. Ambrose
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at 250 WPM4h 8m
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Pegasus Bridge
Published
2009
Publisher
Hinkler Book Distributors
Pages
248
ISBN-13
9781847397621
ISBN-10
184739762X
Description
In the early morning hours of June 6, 1944, a small detachment of British airborne troops stormed the German defense forces and paved the way for the Allied invasion of Europe. Pegasus Bridge was the first engagement of D-Day, the turning point of World War II. This gripping account of it by acclaimed author Stephen Ambrose brings to life a daring mission so crucial that, had it been unsuccessful, the entire Normandy invasion might have failed. Ambrose traces each step of the preparations over many months to the minute-by-minute excitement of the hand-to-hand confrontations on the bridge. This is a story of heroism and cowardice, kindness and brutality—the stuff of all great adventures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Pegasus Bridge?
This edition of Pegasus Bridge has approximately 248 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 Pegasus Bridge?
For most readers, Pegasus Bridge typically takes between 5h 10m and 3h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 62,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 8m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 62,000 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 Pegasus Bridge?
The estimated word count for Pegasus Bridge is approximately 62,000 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 Pegasus Bridge?
Pegasus Bridge was written by Stephen E. Ambrose.
When was Pegasus Bridge published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2009. The original work may have been published on a different date.