The Ask

Sam Lipsyte

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7h 27m

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The Ask

by Sam Lipsyte

2010

Thorndike Press

447

9781410425935

1410425932

Description

After he loses his job as a development officer at a university, family man Milo Burke is given a chance to regain his position, but only if he can reel in a potential donor, one who has requested his involvement and turns out to be his sinister college classmate.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in The Ask?

This edition of The Ask has approximately 447 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 Ask?

For most readers, The Ask typically takes between 9h 19m and 6h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 111,750 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 27m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 111,750 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 Ask?

The estimated word count for The Ask is approximately 111,750 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 Ask?

The Ask was written by Sam Lipsyte.

When was The Ask published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2010. The original work may have been published on a different date.