The map thief

Michael Blanding

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The map thief

by Michael Blanding

2015

Penguin Publishing Group

300

9781592409402

Description

Maps have long elicited a special fascination -- both as practical tools and as beautiful works of art. But to collectors the map trade can be cutthroat, with quirky and sometimes disreputable characters in search of a finite number of extremely rare objects. This is the story of antiquarian map dealer E. Forbes Smiley, who for years doubled as a map thief until he was finally arrested for slipping maps out of books in the Yale University library.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in The map thief?

This edition of The map thief has approximately 300 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 map thief?

For most readers, The map thief typically takes between 6h 15m and 4h 10m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 75,000 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 0m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 75,000 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 map thief?

The estimated word count for The map thief is approximately 75,000 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 map thief?

The map thief was written by Michael Blanding.

When was The map thief published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2015. The original work may have been published on a different date.