The jungle book
Mel Gilden
Reading Time
at 250 WPM2h 10m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 2h 10m to read The jungle book.
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The jungle book
by Mel Gilden
Published
1994
Publisher
HarperPaperbacks
Pages
130
ISBN-10
0061062871
Description
A retelling, based on the movie script, of the adventures of Mowgli, a young boy raised by animals in the Indian jungle.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The jungle book?
This edition of The jungle book 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 jungle book?
For most readers, The jungle book 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 jungle book?
The estimated word count for The jungle book 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 jungle book?
The jungle book was written by Mel Gilden.
When was The jungle book published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.