How Long to Read Bagpipes in Babylon

How Long Does it Take to Read Bagpipes in Babylon?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 54 minutes to read Bagpipes in Babylon by Glencairn Balfour Paul

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

Description

With rich anecdotal detail and enjoyable witty style, this is an autobiography of a distinguished diplomat that provides new insights into the background of Middle Eastern diplomacy in the twentieth century. "Saddam seized me by the shoulders and marched me by his side in a sort of embrace, saying, 'Can't you British understand that there is nothing in the world I detest more than a Russian Communist - except an Iraqi one? Get that through to your stupid Government.'" That was late 1969 as Iraq was tilting towards Moscow during the Cold War. The occasion was the author's first audience with Saddam. In his long and distinguished career in the Arab world, Glencairn Balfour Paul witnessed momentous changes in the region. "Bagpipes in Babylon" describes the colourful experiences of his working life including his acquaintance with Wilfred Thesiger, his friendship in Beirut with Kim Philby, and his close relations with King Hussein of Jordan. Following retirement, he embarked on a second career in academia and his travels continued. "Bagpipes in Babylon' is a rich and entertaining account of a lifetime in the Arab world, and beyond.

How long is Bagpipes in Babylon?

Bagpipes in Babylon by Glencairn Balfour Paul is 352 pages long, and a total of 88,704 words.

This makes it 119% the length of the average book. It also has 108% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Bagpipes in Babylon Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 4 minutes to read Bagpipes in Babylon aloud.

What Reading Level is Bagpipes in Babylon?

Bagpipes in Babylon 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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