How Long to Read Don't Break My Rice Bowl

By Robert H. Dodd

How Long Does it Take to Read Don't Break My Rice Bowl?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 19 minutes to read Don't Break My Rice Bowl by Robert H. Dodd

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

Description

Feeling life is slipping him by, an American agriculturalist heads to Vietnam to try and make a difference in the lives of the people as part of President Johnson's 'Hearts and Minds' campaign. There is just one big problem - there's a war going on. Eddie joins a small group of civilian advisors chosen to work with local farmers to help make Vietnam once again self-sufficient in rice. He is drawn to the adventure, the challenge, and the opportunity to make a difference, but he is leaving some problems behind. His story follows the ups and downs of cultural and tropical agriculture training in Washington DC and the Philippines, and then his assignment in the Gia Dinh province just outside Saigon. The stakes increase as the war intensifies and Eddie's connections in the country deepen, providing the backdrop for the cultural, political and personal struggles that unfold. This semi-autobiographical novel shines a light on a relatively unknown part of Vietnam War history as elements of Asian history and culture, including the introduction of 'miracle rice', are woven into the challenges of being a civilian trying to work - and live - in a war zone. The poignant Foreword by his daughter, the Afterword by his second wife, the Appendix, and 25 hand painted illustrations by his granddaughter provide added layers to the story. The fragility of life was the late author's parting lesson; however, these words left behind were his ultimate gift.

How long is Don't Break My Rice Bowl?

Don't Break My Rice Bowl by Robert H. Dodd is 314 pages long, and a total of 79,756 words.

This makes it 106% the length of the average book. It also has 97% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Don't Break My Rice Bowl Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 15 minutes to read Don't Break My Rice Bowl aloud.

What Reading Level is Don't Break My Rice Bowl?

Don't Break My Rice Bowl 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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