The Gobsmacking Galaxy
Kjartan Poskitt
Reading Time
at 250 WPM2h 40m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 2h 40m to read The Gobsmacking Galaxy.
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The Gobsmacking Galaxy
Published
May 16, 1997
Publisher
Scholastic Ltd
Pages
160
ISBN-13
9780590190138
ISBN-10
059019013X
Description
**First** there was the Big Bang. **Then** our galaxy was born. **Now** we're all hurtling through space at the speed of light, along with billions and billions of other planets, stars, satellites, meteors, comets, asteroids, meteorites and goodness only knows what else. This ***gobsmacking*** guide gives you ***mind-boggling*** information about our galaxy . . . and beyond. ***Jump up and down with excitement*** as you're whisked away on a grand tour of the solar system, where you'll go skiing on Mars and meet the sad creature from Pluto. ***Gasp*** at some incredible facts about red giants, white dwarves and supernovas. Plus . . . find out what happens when a bloke called Sid gets too close to a black hole. **If you want to be in the know, get The Knowledge!**
Subjects
Winnie-the-Pooh
Little House on the Prairie
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Works (Awakening / Beyond the Bayou / Desiree's Baby / Kiss / Locket / Ma'ame Pelagie / Pair of Silk Stockings / Reflection / Respectable Woman)
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Gobsmacking Galaxy?
This edition of The Gobsmacking Galaxy has approximately 160 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 Gobsmacking Galaxy?
For most readers, The Gobsmacking Galaxy typically takes between 3h 20m and 2h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 40,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 40,000 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 Gobsmacking Galaxy?
The estimated word count for The Gobsmacking Galaxy is approximately 40,000 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 Gobsmacking Galaxy?
The Gobsmacking Galaxy was written by Kjartan Poskitt.
When was The Gobsmacking Galaxy published?
The publication date for this specific edition is May 16, 1997. The original work may have been published on a different date.