The rambler
Samuel Johnson
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at 250 WPM7h 41m
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The rambler
Published
1793
Publisher
printed for J. Moore
Pages
461
Description
The *Rambler* was a British essay periodical edited and principally written by Samuel Johnson. A total of 208 issues were published from 1750-1752, on Tuesdays and Saturdays. Essay periodicals were a lot like 21st century blogs, in that each issue was written by a single person, on whatever topic struck his/her fancy. The *Rambler* was more serious than some other essay periodicals, and was not a great commercial success on first publication. It discussed various subjects including morality, literature, society, politics, and religion. The *Rambler* has been reprinted many times, because it represents the finest writing of one of the greatest 18th century English prose stylists. Samuel Johnson is more often quoted than any other English author except Shakespeare.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The rambler?
This edition of The rambler has approximately 461 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 rambler?
For most readers, The rambler typically takes between 9h 36m and 6h 24m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 115,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 41m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 115,250 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 rambler?
The estimated word count for The rambler is approximately 115,250 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 rambler?
The rambler was written by Samuel Johnson.
When was The rambler published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1793. The original work may have been published on a different date.