The sandglass
Romesh Gunesekera
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at 250 WPM4h 38m
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The sandglass
by Romesh Gunesekera, Gunesekera Romesh
Published
1999
Publisher
Penguin Books
Pages
278
ISBN-13
9780140285222
ISBN-10
0140285229
Description
Set in London where the Sri Lankan narrator lives, The Sandglass tells the story of two feuding families whose lives are interlinked by the changing fortunes of post-colonial Sri Lanka. Gunesekera brings to life Prins Ducal and his search for answers concerning his family's past in Sri Lanka, including his father's rise to wealth, rivalry with the Vatunas family, and suspect death - a mystery that further unfolds upon Prins's arrival in London for his mother's funeral.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The sandglass?
This edition of The sandglass has approximately 278 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 sandglass?
For most readers, The sandglass typically takes between 5h 48m and 3h 52m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 69,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 38m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 69,500 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 sandglass?
The estimated word count for The sandglass is approximately 69,500 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 sandglass?
The sandglass was written by Romesh Gunesekera, Gunesekera Romesh.
When was The sandglass published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1999. The original work may have been published on a different date.