Southern cross
Laurence Hyde
Reading Time
at 250 WPM4h 50m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 4h 50m to read Southern cross.
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Southern cross
Published
1951-01-01
Publisher
Ward Ritchie Press
Pages
290
Description
"This is not the story of Bikini but is, of course, a work of fiction ... The story was certainly inspired by the evacuation of Bikini Island but for a full and, as far as I know, truthful account of what happened there, you will have to read 'No place to hide' by David Bradley, a fine book by an expert eye-witness ... It did occur to me that Bikini was, in a sense, a microcosm of the world-to-be if civilized humanity, for the last time, failed to live up to its name. It would appear that Hiroshima and Nagasaki were not enough. The dreary demonstration of what man can really do when he puts his full powers to work on the problem of self-destruction, seemed to me to contain material enough for a work of fiction that could yet contain enough truth, enough sober warning, to justify its presentation to the public"--Pages 5-6.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Southern cross?
This edition of Southern cross has approximately 290 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 Southern cross?
For most readers, Southern cross typically takes between 6h 3m and 4h 2m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 72,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 50m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 72,500 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 Southern cross?
The estimated word count for Southern cross is approximately 72,500 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 Southern cross?
Southern cross was written by Laurence Hyde.
When was Southern cross published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1951-01-01. The original work may have been published on a different date.