The First Third
Neal Cassady
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The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 2h 37m to read The First Third.
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The First Third
by Neal Cassady
Published
1971
Publisher
City Lights Books
Pages
157
Description
Kerouac's "On The Road" revolves around the charismatic Dean Moriarty. The real-life model for this character was Neal Cassady, whom Kerouac and Allen Ginsberg met in 1947 in New York. Cassady was interested in Kerouac because he wanted to be a writer, and before the end of the self-destructive Cassady's life, it happened. "The First Third" collects all of the writing Cassady is known to have produced. This volume, originally released by City Lights Books in San Francisco in 1971 (3 years after Cassady's death in Mexico) also contains an afterword by second wife Carolyn Cassady, a 46-page prologue about the Cassady family before Neal and an editor's note from poet and publisher Lawrence Ferlinghetti.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The First Third?
This edition of The First Third has approximately 157 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 First Third?
For most readers, The First Third typically takes between 3h 16m and 2h 11m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 39,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 37m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 39,250 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 First Third?
The estimated word count for The First Third is approximately 39,250 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 First Third?
The First Third was written by Neal Cassady.
When was The First Third published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1971. The original work may have been published on a different date.