The Songlines
Bruce Chatwin
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at 250 WPM5h 51m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 5h 51m to read The Songlines.
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The Songlines
Published
2000
Publisher
Península
Pages
351
ISBN-10
8483072688
Description
Follow Chatwin on his journey into the 'Red Centre' of Australia. Part autobiography, part story, part history, part anthropology. Teaches us how Aboriginal Australians perceive their landscapes, and negotiate with each other in that vast, nomadic environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Songlines?
This edition of The Songlines has approximately 351 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 Songlines?
For most readers, The Songlines typically takes between 7h 19m and 4h 53m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 87,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 51m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 87,750 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 Songlines?
The estimated word count for The Songlines is approximately 87,750 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 Songlines?
The Songlines was written by Bruce Chatwin.
When was The Songlines published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.