Sputnik
Paul Dickson
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at 250 WPM9h 22m
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Sputnik
by Paul Dickson
Published
January 2002
Publisher
Thorndike Press
Pages
562
ISBN-13
9780783897608
ISBN-10
078389760X
Description
"On October 4, 1957, as Leave It to Beaver premiered on American television, the Soviet Union launced the first man-made object into space, a 184-pound satellite carrying only a radio transmitter. While Sputnik I immediately shocked the world, its long-term impact was even greater, for it profoundly changed the shape of the twentieth century.". "Washington journalist Paul Dickson chronicles the dramatic events and developments leading up to and emanating from Sputnik's launch - a story that can only now be fully told with the recent release of previously classified documents. Sputnik offers a fascinating profile of the early American and Soviet space programs and a strikingly revised picture of politics and personalities behind the facade of America's fledgling efforts to get into space."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Sputnik?
This edition of Sputnik has approximately 562 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 Sputnik?
For most readers, Sputnik typically takes between 11h 43m and 7h 48m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 140,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 22m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 19 days • Estimated word count: 140,500 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 Sputnik?
The estimated word count for Sputnik is approximately 140,500 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 Sputnik?
Sputnik was written by Paul Dickson.
When was Sputnik published?
The publication date for this specific edition is January 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.