The Hostage
Anne Holm
Reading Time
at 250 WPM2h 52m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 2h 52m to read The Hostage.
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The Hostage
by Anne Holm
Published
November 6, 1980
Publisher
Egmont Childrens Books
Pages
172
ISBN-13
9780416885408
ISBN-10
0416885403
Subjects
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Hostage?
This edition of The Hostage has approximately 172 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 Hostage?
For most readers, The Hostage typically takes between 3h 35m and 2h 23m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 43,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 52m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 43,000 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 Hostage?
The estimated word count for The Hostage is approximately 43,000 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 Hostage?
The Hostage was written by Anne Holm.
When was The Hostage published?
The publication date for this specific edition is November 6, 1980. The original work may have been published on a different date.