How Long to Read Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter

How Long Does it Take to Read Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 56 minutes to read Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter by Colin Munro

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

Description

Has anyone ever heard of Colin Munro, let alone 'Fern Vale'? Yet this was the first Queensland novel, published in London in 1862. The author, of Scottish origin, was a young mercantile clerk who, after five years in Brisbane, returned to London to seek a wife and write a book. He returned to Brisbane in 1863 to become a storekeeper, merchant and Pacific trader. He later became a farmer and, while pursuing his agrarian dream in Queensland, this extraordinary man played out the purpose of his novel. Though written as a pastoral romance on the Darling Downs, the book's real aim was to attract migrants to the new colony during the optimistic 1860s. Taking its cue from the visionary Rev. Dr John D. Lang of Sydney, the novel, set in 1856-57, expounds the controversial issues of labour, industry and capital, as well as the tropical economy, land regulation, aboriginal policy, convict origin and separation from NSW.

How long is Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter?

Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter by Colin Munro is 347 pages long, and a total of 89,179 words.

This makes it 117% the length of the average book. It also has 109% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 7 minutes to read Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter aloud.

What Reading Level is Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter?

Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter 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 Fern Vale ; or the Queensland Squatter?

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