How Long to Read Britain by the Book

How Long Does it Take to Read Britain by the Book?

It takes the average reader 4 hours to read Britain by the Book by Oliver Tearle

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

Description

What caused Dickens to leap out of bed one night and walk 30 miles from London to Kent? How did a small town on the Welsh borders become the second-hand bookshop capital of the world? Why did a jellyfish persuade Evelyn Waugh to abandon his suicide attempt in North Wales? A multitude of curious questions are answered in Britain by the Book, a fascinating travelogue with a literary theme, taking in unusual writers' haunts and the surprising places that inspired some of our favourite fictional locations. We'll learn why Thomas Hardy was buried twice, how a librarian in Manchester invented the thesaurus as a means of coping with depression, and why Agatha Christie was investigated by MI5 during the Second World War. The map of Britain that emerges is one dotted with interesting literary stories and bookish curiosities.

How long is Britain by the Book?

Britain by the Book by Oliver Tearle 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 Britain by the Book Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 27 minutes to read Britain by the Book aloud.

What Reading Level is Britain by the Book?

Britain by the Book 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 Britain by the Book?

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