The Planets

Dava Sobel

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3h 26m

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The Planets

by Dava Sobel, Rosa Maria Borràs Montané

Nov 24, 2008

Alfa Yaynlar

206

9786051060392

6051060391

Description

The sun's family of planets become a familiar place in this personal account of the lives of other worlds. With her gift for weaving difficult scientific concepts into a compelling story, Sobel explores the planets' origins and oddities through the lens of popular culture, from astrology, mythology, and science fiction to art, music, poetry, biography, and history.--From publisher description.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in The Planets?

This edition of The Planets has approximately 206 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 Planets?

For most readers, The Planets typically takes between 4h 18m and 2h 52m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 51,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 26m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 51,500 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 Planets?

The estimated word count for The Planets is approximately 51,500 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 Planets?

The Planets was written by Dava Sobel, Rosa Maria Borràs Montané.

When was The Planets published?

The publication date for this specific edition is Nov 24, 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.