How Long to Read Afghan Expedition

How Long Does it Take to Read Afghan Expedition?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 8 minutes to read Afghan Expedition by James Atkinson

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

Description

James Atkinson travelled to Afghanistan in 1838. A superb artist and famous scholar who had translated Persias national epic, this renaissance man had been designated the Superintending Surgeon of a massive British invasion force resolved to place a sympathetic ruler on the Afghan throne. The ill-fated British force fought its way through the Bolan Pass, swept through Kandahar and conquered Kabul. Soon afterwards Atkinson was released from duty, thereby escaping the catastrophe which awaited his comrades. During the subsequent rebellion the British political agent was beheaded and an estimated 16,000 British soldiers and their dependents were slaughtered in a week by the vengeful Afghans. After the English captured Kabul, Atkinsons eyewitness account of these turbulent events was rushed into print while British interest was at its peak. The astonishing true chronicle of events was a best-seller. Yet though the surgeons observations remain important, his forgotten artistic depictions are priceless. Once again the ravages of war are taking a toll as a new generation of British soldiers struggles against formidable Afghan warriors in that notoriously difficult country. In an ironic literary twist a serving British cavalry officer currently stationed in Afghanistan, 2nd Lt. Merlin Hanbury-Tenison, provides a moving Introduction to Atkinsons tale, explaining how his forefather fought alongside the author in the conflict of 1838. With a special Foreword by the noted historian and author, Jules Stewart, this beautifully illustrated edition of Atkinsons inclusive work is released in the hope that its timely appearance will help bring about a deeper understanding between England and Afghanistan.

How long is Afghan Expedition?

Afghan Expedition by James Atkinson is 304 pages long, and a total of 77,216 words.

This makes it 103% the length of the average book. It also has 94% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Afghan Expedition Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 1 minute to read Afghan Expedition aloud.

What Reading Level is Afghan Expedition?

Afghan Expedition 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.

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