How Long to Read A Whale for the Killing

How Long Does it Take to Read A Whale for the Killing?

It takes the average reader 4 hours to read A Whale for the Killing by Farley Mowat

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

Description

When an 80-ton Fin Whale became trapped in a lagoon near his Newfoundland home, Farley Mowat rejoiced: here was a unique chance to observe one of the world's most magnificent creatures up close. But some of his neighbours saw a different opportunity altogether: in a prolonged fit of violence, they blasted the whale with rifle fire, and scarred its back with motorboat propellers. Mowat appealed desperately to the police, to marine biologists, finally to the Canadian press. But it was too late. Mowat's poignant and compelling story is an eloquent argument for the end of the whale hunt, and the...

How long is A Whale for the Killing?

A Whale for the Killing by Farley Mowat is 240 pages long, and a total of 60,000 words.

This makes it 81% the length of the average book. It also has 73% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read A Whale for the Killing Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 27 minutes to read A Whale for the Killing aloud.

What Reading Level is A Whale for the Killing?

A Whale for the Killing is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy A Whale for the Killing?

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