How Long to Read Desertion During the Civil War

How Long Does it Take to Read Desertion During the Civil War?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 38 minutes to read Desertion During the Civil War by Ella Lonn

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

Description

Desertion during the Civil War, originally published in 1928, remains the only book-length treatment of its subject. Ella Lonn examines the causes and consequences of desertion from both the Northern and Southern armies. Drawing on official war records, she notes that one in seven enlisted Union soldiers and one in nine Confederate soldiers deserted. Lonn discusses many reasons for desertion common to both armies, among them lack of such necessities as food, clothing, and equipment; weariness and discouragement; noncommitment and resentment of coercion; and worry about loved ones at home. Some Confederate deserters turned outlaw, joining ruffian bands in the South. Peculiar to the North was the evil of bounty-jumping. Captured deserters generally were not shot or hanged because manpower was so precious. Moving beyond means of dealing with absconders, Lonn considers the effects of their action. Absenteeism from the ranks cost the North victories and prolonged the war even as the South was increasingly hurt by defections. This book makes vivid a human phenomenon produced by a tragic time.

How long is Desertion During the Civil War?

Desertion During the Civil War by Ella Lonn is 274 pages long, and a total of 69,596 words.

This makes it 92% the length of the average book. It also has 85% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Desertion During the Civil War Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 20 minutes to read Desertion During the Civil War aloud.

What Reading Level is Desertion During the Civil War?

Desertion During the Civil War 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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