Prelude to a certain midnight
Gerald Kersh
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Prelude to a certain midnight
by Gerald Kersh
Published
1947
Publisher
Doubleday
Pages
249
Description
In London under the fog of war, a 10-year-old Jewish girl is murdered. The police have no clues and little interest, so crusader Asta Thundesley takes up the challenge, sifting through clues and gathering up suspects for a dinner party where... nothing is learned. Detective Turpin goes by the book, and finds himself with a stunning set... of dead ends. Fascinating example of life's perils by author Kersh (Night and the City), who reminds for every winner, there can be a ton of losers. First published 1947.
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How many pages are in Prelude to a certain midnight?
This edition of Prelude to a certain midnight has approximately 249 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 Prelude to a certain midnight?
For most readers, Prelude to a certain midnight typically takes between 5h 11m and 3h 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 62,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 9m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 62,250 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 Prelude to a certain midnight?
The estimated word count for Prelude to a certain midnight is approximately 62,250 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 Prelude to a certain midnight?
Prelude to a certain midnight was written by Gerald Kersh.
When was Prelude to a certain midnight published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1947. The original work may have been published on a different date.