The common pursuit
Simon Gray
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The common pursuit
by Simon Gray
Published
1986
Publisher
Methuen
Pages
105
Description
" ... Follows the lives of six friends from their meeting in the sixties when they first come together as Cambridge undergraduates, through the following twenty years to the onset of middle age. Although on the surface a comedy of literary manners, The common pursuit is also a study of love and friendship, deceit and compromise"--Pre page [1].
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The common pursuit?
This edition of The common pursuit has approximately 105 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 common pursuit?
For most readers, The common pursuit typically takes between 2h 11m and 1h 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 26,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 45m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 4 days • Estimated word count: 26,250 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 common pursuit?
The estimated word count for The common pursuit is approximately 26,250 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 common pursuit?
The common pursuit was written by Simon Gray.
When was The common pursuit published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1986. The original work may have been published on a different date.