The Alchemyst
Michael Scott
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The Alchemyst
Published
November 2007
Publisher
Thorndike Press
Pages
505
ISBN-13
9780786298860
ISBN-10
0786298863
Description
He holds the secret that can end the world.The truth: Nicholas Flamel was born in Paris on September 28, 1330. Nearly 700 years later, he is acknowledged as the greatest Alchemyst of his day. It is said that he discovered the secret of eternal life.The records show that he died in 1418.But his tomb is empty.The legend: Nicholas Flamel lives. But only because he has been making the elixir of life for centuries. The secret of eternal life is hidden within the book he protects--the Book of Abraham the Mage. It's the most powerful book that has ever existed. In the wrong hands, it will destroy the world. That's exactly what Dr. John Dee plans to do when he steals it. Humankind won't know what's happening until it's too late. And if the prophecy is right, Sophie and Josh Newman are the only ones with the power to save the world as we know it.Sometimes legends are true.And Sophie and Josh Newman are about to find themselves in the middle of the greatest legend of all time.From the Hardcover edition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Alchemyst?
This edition of The Alchemyst has approximately 505 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 The Alchemyst?
For most readers, The Alchemyst typically takes between 10h 31m and 7h 1m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 126,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 8h 25m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 17 days • Estimated word count: 126,250 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 The Alchemyst?
The estimated word count for The Alchemyst is approximately 126,250 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 The Alchemyst?
The Alchemyst was written by Michael Scott.
When was The Alchemyst published?
The publication date for this specific edition is November 2007. The original work may have been published on a different date.