How Long to Read England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509

How Long Does it Take to Read England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 34 minutes to read England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509 by Susan Rose

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

Description

“Rose looks at every aspect of English naval power in the Medieval period . . . an excellent study of a somewhat neglected period of English naval history.” —History of War We are accustomed to think of England in terms of Shakespeare’s “precious stone set in a silver sea,” safe behind its watery ramparts with its naval strength resisting all invaders. To the English of an earlier period from the 8th to the 11th centuries such a notion would have seemed ridiculous. The sea, rather than being a defensive wall, was a highway by which successive waves of invaders arrived, bringing destruction and fear in their wake. Deploying a wide range of sources, this new book looks at how English kings after the Norman Conquest learnt to use the Navy of England—a term which at this time included all vessels whether Royal or private and no matter what their ostensible purpose—to increase the safety and prosperity of the kingdom. The design and building of ships and harbour facilities, the development of navigation, ship handling, and the world of the seaman are all described, while comparisons with the navies of England’s closest neighbours, with particular focus on France and Scotland, are made, and notable battles including Damme, Dover, Sluys and La Rochelle included to explain the development of battle tactics and the use of arms during the period. The author shows, in this lucid and enlightening narrative, how the unspoken aim of successive monarchs was to begin to build “the wall” of England, its naval defences, with a success which was to become so apparent in later centuries.

How long is England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509?

England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509 by Susan Rose is 332 pages long, and a total of 83,664 words.

This makes it 112% the length of the average book. It also has 102% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 37 minutes to read England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509 aloud.

What Reading Level is England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509?

England's Medieval Navy, 1066–1509 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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