How Long to Read A World in a Shell

By Thom van Dooren

How Long Does it Take to Read A World in a Shell?

It takes the average reader 5 hours to read A World in a Shell by Thom van Dooren

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

Description

Following the trails of Hawai‘i’s snails to explore the simultaneously biological and cultural significance of extinction. In this time of extinctions, the humble snail rarely gets a mention. And yet snails are disappearing faster than any other species. In A World in a Shell, Thom van Dooren offers a collection of snail stories from Hawai‘i—once home to more than 750 species of land snails, almost two-thirds of which are now gone. Following snail trails through forests, laboratories, museums, and even a military training facility, and meeting with scientists and Native Hawaiians, van Dooren...

How long is A World in a Shell?

A World in a Shell by Thom van Dooren is 300 pages long, and a total of 75,000 words.

This makes it 101% the length of the average book. It also has 92% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read A World in a Shell Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 49 minutes to read A World in a Shell aloud.

What Reading Level is A World in a Shell?

A World in a Shell 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.

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