The dark pasture
Jessica Stirling
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at 250 WPM6h 56m
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The dark pasture
Published
April 4, 1991
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton Ltd
Pages
416
ISBN-13
9780340214817
ISBN-10
0340214813
Description
1890s. Seventeen years have passed and the Lanarkshire mining village of Blacklaw has weathered both depression and the driving ambition of its coalmaster. But at last, falling wages have driven the miners to desperate rebellion... During a violent pit strike Neill Stalker is accused of murder, and only one thing can save him, for Neill is the illegitimate son of Drew Stalker. In Edinburgh, Drew has become Scotland's most eminent young advocate, with the highest honours within his grasp. Only scandal can bring him down - and scandal in the form of his bastard son is about to re-enter his life. His sister Mirrin faces a different threat to her hard-won respectability. Married with Tom Armstrong, she is now happily with children and enjoying her life on the Hazelrig Farm. As Tom's eyesight fails and their farm's future become uncertain, Mirrin must draw on all her courage to survive.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The dark pasture?
This edition of The dark pasture has approximately 416 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 dark pasture?
For most readers, The dark pasture typically takes between 8h 40m and 5h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 104,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 56m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 104,000 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 dark pasture?
The estimated word count for The dark pasture is approximately 104,000 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 dark pasture?
The dark pasture was written by Jessica Stirling.
When was The dark pasture published?
The publication date for this specific edition is April 4, 1991. The original work may have been published on a different date.