The Wave
Margaret Hodges
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The Wave
Published
1964
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Co.
Pages
45
ISBN-13
9780395068175
ISBN-10
0395068177
Description
A tsunami comes to a Japanese town. An old man sets his rice field on fire to save the people.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Wave?
This edition of The Wave has approximately 45 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 Wave?
For most readers, The Wave typically takes between 56m and 38m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 11,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 45m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 2 days • Estimated word count: 11,250 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 Wave?
The estimated word count for The Wave is approximately 11,250 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 Wave?
The Wave was written by Margaret Hodges.
When was The Wave published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1964. The original work may have been published on a different date.