How Long to Read A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies

How Long Does it Take to Read A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 52 minutes to read A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies by George Hodgkinson

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

The first comprehensive study to be written on the history of ship launches and their ceremonies. Throughout history, man has been performing rituals at the launch of a new ship to seek supernatural or divine protection for his ship and those who will sail in her. The form of the ritual varies according to local custom and religion: from the breaking of a coconut, to the release of doves, to the role of astrologers in choosing an auspicious day for the launch. But the sentiment that lies behind all launching ceremonies is fear. At the moment of launching a new ship a seafarer is alert to any sign that his ship is not sound. He is superstitious and seeks reassurance that his ship and those who will sail in her will be protected. The rites of blood sacrifice and libations performed by the ancient Babylonians and Greeks are well evidenced. The evolution of this practice into today’s tradition of breaking a bottle of wine against the bow of a ship before launch, still symbolising sacrifice, is explored as well as the now widely practised custom of inviting ladies to name and launch new ships.

How long is A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies?

A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies by George Hodgkinson is 411 pages long, and a total of 103,161 words.

This makes it 139% the length of the average book. It also has 126% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 23 minutes to read A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies aloud.

What Reading Level is A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies?

A History of Ship Launches and Their Ceremonies is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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