Traffic
Tom Vanderbilt
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Traffic
Published
2008
Publisher
Alfred A. Knopf
Pages
402
ISBN-13
9780307264787
Description
A New York Times Notable BookOne of the Best Books of the YearThe Washington Post - The Cleveland Plain-Dealer - Rocky Mountain NewsIn this brilliant, lively, and eye-opening investigation, Tom Vanderbilt examines the perceptual limits and cognitive underpinnings that make us worse drivers than we think we are. He demonstrates why plans to protect pedestrians from cars often lead to more accidents. He uncovers who is more likely to honk at whom, and why. He explains why traffic jams form, outlines the unintended consequences of our quest for safety, and even identifies the most common mistake drivers make in parking lots. Traffic is about more than driving: it's about human nature. It will change the way we see ourselves and the world around us, and it may even make us better drivers.From the Trade Paperback edition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Traffic?
This edition of Traffic has approximately 402 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 Traffic?
For most readers, Traffic typically takes between 8h 23m and 5h 35m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 100,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 42m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 100,500 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 Traffic?
The estimated word count for Traffic is approximately 100,500 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 Traffic?
Traffic was written by Tom Vanderbilt.
When was Traffic published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2008. The original work may have been published on a different date.