Variable Star
Robert A. Heinlein
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at 250 WPM5h 20m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 5h 20m to read Variable Star.
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Variable Star
by Robert A. Heinlein, Spider Robinson
Published
Jan 15, 2019
Publisher
Tor Books
Pages
320
ISBN-13
9781250305022
ISBN-10
1250305020
Description
Two young lovers are forced apart by pride, power, and the immensity of interstellar time and space, in an authorized version of an unfinished novel by Hugo Award-winning late science fiction master Robert Heinlein.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Variable Star?
This edition of Variable Star has approximately 320 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 Variable Star?
For most readers, Variable Star typically takes between 6h 40m and 4h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 80,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 20m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 80,000 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 Variable Star?
The estimated word count for Variable Star is approximately 80,000 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 Variable Star?
Variable Star was written by Robert A. Heinlein, Spider Robinson.
When was Variable Star published?
The publication date for this specific edition is Jan 15, 2019. The original work may have been published on a different date.