Petey
Ben Mikaelsen
Reading Time
at 250 WPM4h 40m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 4h 40m to read Petey.
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Petey
Published
1998
Publisher
Hyperion Books for Children
Pages
280
ISBN-10
0786804262
Description
In 1922 Petey, who has cerebral palsy, is misdiagnosed as an idiot and institutionalized; sixty years later, still in the institution, he befriends a boy and shares with him the joy of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Petey?
This edition of Petey has approximately 280 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 Petey?
For most readers, Petey typically takes between 5h 50m and 3h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 70,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 70,000 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 Petey?
The estimated word count for Petey is approximately 70,000 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 Petey?
Petey was written by Ben Mikaelsen.
When was Petey published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.