The hours after
Gerda Weissmann Klein
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The hours after
Published
2000
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pages
276
ISBN-10
0312242581
Description
"Over fifty years ago, Gerda Weissmann was barely alive at the end of a 350-mile death march that took her from a slave-labor camp in Germany to the Czech border. On May 7, 1945, the American military stormed the area, and among the soldiers to approach Gerda was Kurt Klein. She guided him to her fellow prisoners, who lay sick and dying on the ground, and quoted Goethe: "Noble be man, merciful and good." Perhaps it was her irony, her composure, her evident compassion in the face of tragedy that struck Kurt Klein. A great love had begun.". "Forced to separate just weeks after liberation and hours after their engagement, Gerda and Kurt began a correspondence that lasted until their reunion and wedding in Paris a year later. Their poignant letters reflect upon the horrors of war and genocide, but above all, upon the rapture and salvation of true love."--BOOK JACKET.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The hours after?
This edition of The hours after has approximately 276 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 hours after?
For most readers, The hours after typically takes between 5h 45m and 3h 50m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 69,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 36m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 69,000 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 hours after?
The estimated word count for The hours after is approximately 69,000 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 hours after?
The hours after was written by Gerda Weissmann Klein.
When was The hours after published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.