Tobruk
Peter FitzSimons
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Tobruk
Published
19 December 2011
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pages
580
ISBN-13
9780732298388
Description
In the early days of April 1941, the 14,000 Australian forces garrisoned in the Libyan town of Tobruk were told to expect reinforcement and supplies within eight weeks... Eight months later, these heroic, gallant, determined 'Rats of Tobruk' were rescued by the British Navy having held the fort against the might of Rommel's never-before-defeated Afrika Corps. Like Gallipoli and Kokoda, the Siege of Tobruk is an iconic battle in Australia's military history. Under ceaseless attack from Rommel's men, the Australian defense held strong. In TOBRUK, Peter FitzSimons relates the personal histories and stories not only of the men who defended the garrison against the German onslaught but of The Desert Fox, Erwin Rommel, and the powers back in both Berlin and Britain.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Tobruk?
This edition of Tobruk has approximately 580 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 Tobruk?
For most readers, Tobruk typically takes between 12h 5m and 8h 3m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 145,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 20 days • Estimated word count: 145,000 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 Tobruk?
The estimated word count for Tobruk is approximately 145,000 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 Tobruk?
Tobruk was written by Peter FitzSimons.
When was Tobruk published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 19 December 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.