The Riddle of the Sands
Erskine Childers
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at 250 WPM5h 36m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 5h 36m to read The Riddle of the Sands.
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12
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336
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The Riddle of the Sands
Published
1903
Pages
336
Description
Childers's lone masterpiece, THE RIDDLE OF THE SANDS, considered the first modern spy thriller, is recognisable as the brilliant forerunner of the realism of Graham Greene and John le Carre. Its unique flavour comes from its fine characterization,richly authentic background of inshore sailing and vivid evocation of the late 1890s - an atmosphere of mutual suspicion and intrigue that was soon to lead to war.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Riddle of the Sands?
This edition of The Riddle of the Sands has approximately 336 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 Riddle of the Sands?
For most readers, The Riddle of the Sands typically takes between 7h 0m and 4h 40m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 84,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 36m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 84,000 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 Riddle of the Sands?
The estimated word count for The Riddle of the Sands is approximately 84,000 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 Riddle of the Sands?
The Riddle of the Sands was written by Erskine Childers.
When was The Riddle of the Sands published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1903. The original work may have been published on a different date.