Tuff
Paul Beatty
Reading Time
at 250 WPM4h 32m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 4h 32m to read Tuff.
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Tuff
by Paul Beatty
Published
2001
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Pages
272
ISBN-13
9780099277057
Description
When 19-year-old Winston "Tuffy" Foshay is offered $20,000 to run for city council, he gamely embarks on one of the most outlandish campaigns in political history, one that topples both his vision of the world and his place in it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Tuff?
This edition of Tuff has approximately 272 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 Tuff?
For most readers, Tuff typically takes between 5h 40m and 3h 47m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 68,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 10 days • Estimated word count: 68,000 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 Tuff?
The estimated word count for Tuff is approximately 68,000 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 Tuff?
Tuff was written by Paul Beatty.
When was Tuff published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2001. The original work may have been published on a different date.