The slide rule
Hans Thomas Erickson
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The slide rule
Published
1924
Publisher
The Bruce Publishing Company
Pages
32
Subjects
An Easy Introduction to the Slide Rule
Schetnai͡a lineĭka
The silde rule and how to use it
Modernes Stabrechnen
The slide rule and logarithmic tables, including a ten-place table of logarithms
Teach yourself the slide rule
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The slide rule?
This edition of The slide rule has approximately 32 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 slide rule?
For most readers, The slide rule typically takes between 40m and 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 8,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 2 days • Estimated word count: 8,000 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 slide rule?
The estimated word count for The slide rule is approximately 8,000 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 slide rule?
The slide rule was written by Hans Thomas Erickson.
When was The slide rule published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1924. The original work may have been published on a different date.