How Long to Read Dirt

How Long Does it Take to Read Dirt?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 3 minutes to read Dirt by David R. Montgomery

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

Description

Dirt, soil, call it what you want—it's everywhere we go. It is the root of our existence, supporting our feet, our farms, our cities. This fascinating yet disquieting book finds, however, that we are running out of dirt, and it's no laughing matter. An engaging natural and cultural history of soil that sweeps from ancient civilizations to modern times, Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations explores the compelling idea that we are—and have long been—using up Earth's soil. Once bare of protective vegetation and exposed to wind and rain, cultivated soils erode bit by bit, slowly enough to be...

How long is Dirt?

Dirt by David R. Montgomery is 296 pages long, and a total of 75,776 words.

This makes it 100% the length of the average book. It also has 93% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Dirt Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 54 minutes to read Dirt aloud.

What Reading Level is Dirt?

Dirt 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 Dirt?

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