The lifetime reading plan
Clifton Fadiman
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at 250 WPM5h 18m
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The lifetime reading plan
Published
1960
Publisher
World Pub. Co.
Pages
318
Description
In print for almost 40 years, The Lifetime Reading Plan has long been a worthy addition to any serious reader's bookshelf, providing entertaining and informative introductions to the great works of Western civilization. Now, this "classic about classics" has been updated to reflect more diverse traditions. The New Lifetime Reading Plan recommends great literature from around the globe, including writers and works from Confucius to Chinua Achebe, Gabriel Garcia Marquez to the Koran. Also new is an appendix profiling books by 100 important 20th-century authors--or "temporary classics," as coauthor John S. Major calls them.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The lifetime reading plan?
This edition of The lifetime reading plan has approximately 318 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 lifetime reading plan?
For most readers, The lifetime reading plan typically takes between 6h 38m and 4h 25m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 79,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 18m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 79,500 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 lifetime reading plan?
The estimated word count for The lifetime reading plan is approximately 79,500 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 lifetime reading plan?
The lifetime reading plan was written by Clifton Fadiman.
When was The lifetime reading plan published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1960. The original work may have been published on a different date.