Placebo
Gary E. Schwartz
Reading Time
at 250 WPM7h 54m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 7h 54m to read Placebo.
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474
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Placebo
Published
August 21, 1985
Publisher
The Guilford Press
Pages
474
ISBN-13
9780898626490
ISBN-10
0898626498
Subjects
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Placebo?
This edition of Placebo has approximately 474 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 Placebo?
For most readers, Placebo typically takes between 9h 53m and 6h 35m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 118,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 54m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 118,500 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 Placebo?
The estimated word count for Placebo is approximately 118,500 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 Placebo?
Placebo was written by Gary E. Schwartz.
When was Placebo published?
The publication date for this specific edition is August 21, 1985. The original work may have been published on a different date.