The Last Spike
Pierre Berton
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at 250 WPM9h 52m
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The Last Spike
Published
December 5, 1989
Publisher
Penguin (Non-Classics)
Pages
592
ISBN-13
9780140117639
ISBN-10
0140117636
Subjects
The Story of Philosophy
The Enduring Vision
La conquête du pain
A Study of History
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Complete and Unabridged
The Riddle of the Sands
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Last Spike?
This edition of The Last Spike has approximately 592 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 Last Spike?
For most readers, The Last Spike typically takes between 12h 20m and 8h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 148,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 52m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 20 days • Estimated word count: 148,000 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 Last Spike?
The estimated word count for The Last Spike is approximately 148,000 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 Last Spike?
The Last Spike was written by Pierre Berton.
When was The Last Spike published?
The publication date for this specific edition is December 5, 1989. The original work may have been published on a different date.