The Gold-Bug

Edgar Allan Poe

at 250 WPM

2h 10m

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The Gold-Bug

by Edgar Allan Poe

1903

H.M. Caldwell

130

Description

The discovery of a message in code on a shoreline formerly infested with pirates sends William Legrand and his friends on a hunt for buried treasure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in The Gold-Bug?

This edition of The Gold-Bug has approximately 130 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 Gold-Bug?

For most readers, The Gold-Bug typically takes between 2h 43m and 1h 48m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 32,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 10m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 5 days • Estimated word count: 32,500 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 Gold-Bug?

The estimated word count for The Gold-Bug is approximately 32,500 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 Gold-Bug?

The Gold-Bug was written by Edgar Allan Poe.

When was The Gold-Bug published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 1903. The original work may have been published on a different date.