Williwaw
Gore Vidal
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Williwaw
by Gore Vidal
Published
1946
Publisher
E.P. Dutton & co.
Pages
222
Description
A gripping tale of men struggling against nature and themselves, Williwaw was Gore Vidal's first novel, written at nineteen when he was first mate of the U.S. Army freight supply ship stationed in the Aleutian Islands. Here he writes of a ship caught plying the lethal, frigid Arctic waters during storm season. Tensions run high among the edgy crew and uneasy passengers even before the cruel wind that gives the book its title suddenly sweeps down from the mountains. Vividly drawn characters and a compelling murder plot combine to make Williwaw a classic war novel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Williwaw?
This edition of Williwaw has approximately 222 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 Williwaw?
For most readers, Williwaw typically takes between 4h 38m and 3h 5m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 55,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 42m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 55,500 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 Williwaw?
The estimated word count for Williwaw is approximately 55,500 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 Williwaw?
Williwaw was written by Gore Vidal.
When was Williwaw published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1946. The original work may have been published on a different date.