The Americans
John Jakes
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The Americans
by John Jakes
Published
1989
Publisher
Fontana
Pages
955
ISBN-10
0006177247
Description
At the turn of the century, failing health makes Gideon Kent fear for the future of his family dynasty, for his daughter Eleanor, an actress, and his sons, Carter, a con man, and Will, who was scarred by his mother's breakdown.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Americans?
This edition of The Americans has approximately 955 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 Americans?
For most readers, The Americans typically takes between 19h 54m and 13h 16m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 238,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 15h 55m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 32 days • Estimated word count: 238,750 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 Americans?
The estimated word count for The Americans is approximately 238,750 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 Americans?
The Americans was written by John Jakes.
When was The Americans published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1989. The original work may have been published on a different date.