How Long to Read Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland

How Long Does it Take to Read Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland?

It takes the average reader 10 hours and 48 minutes to read Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland by William Kirwin

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

Description

Byrne, Chaffey, Fahey, Fizzard, Fudge, Grouchy, Hynes, Inkpen, Lyver, McLaughlin, Miles, Murphy, Puddester, Quirk -- the names themselves are evocative of Newfoundland. Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland traces the origins of almost 3,000 surnames found on the Island and provides an engaging and comprehensive collection of etymology, genealogy, and Newfoundland history. The introduction presents a fascinating discussion of the history and linguistic origins of surnames found in Newfoundland, which come from many different cultures, notably English, Welsh, Irish, Scottish, French, Syrian, Lebanese, and Mi'kmaq. The main body of the book comprises a dictionary of surnames in the province based on data collected from provincial voting lists, family records, government documents, and newspaper reports dating back to the seventeenth century. Each entry includes variant spellings and cross-references of the surname, the countries in which the name originated, and its meaning. Newfoundland place names associated with the surname are also given. The book also includes a ranking of the most common surnames in Newfoundland and a comparative analysis of the frequency of surnames in Scotland, Ireland, England, and Newfoundland. Originally published in 1977, Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland is a unique reference work, giving Newfoundlanders, both in the province and away, a fascinating look at their roots. This edition incorporates a number of additions and corrections and has been completely reset in a sturdier and more convenient format. It will be of great use to individuals tracing their ancestors and to genealogists researching early settlers in Newfoundland.

How long is Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland?

Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland by William Kirwin is 628 pages long, and a total of 162,024 words.

This makes it 212% the length of the average book. It also has 198% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 14 hours and 45 minutes to read Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland aloud.

What Reading Level is Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland?

Family Names of the Island of Newfoundland 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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