How Long to Read Fort Point

How Long Does it Take to Read Fort Point?

It takes the average reader 3 hours to read Fort Point by Brian O'Neil

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

Description

It was called the "Pride of the Pacific" and the "Gibraltar of the West"; yet it lies in the shadows of its gigantic neighbor - the "fort at Fort Point," - appearing tiny, insignificant in comparison; that is, if one can see it at all. For the large part of almost any day, sometimes for days at a time, it is all but invisible. And when one can see it, the Golden Gate Bridge draws all eyes to itself and away from the old red brick building beneath it. Not until one stands next to it, stands on its inner parade ground, walks its cavernous corridors, or climbs the iron stairs to its roof, does one gain an appreciation for the size and magnificence this historic place. Under construction from 1853 through 1861, Fort Point was the linchpin of a grand plan for the protection of San Francisco Bay - the only fort of its design west of the Mississippi. The fort never fired a shot in anger; yet, this "fine example of the mason's art," "one of the most perfect models of masonry in America," patiently and proudly stood guard at the edge of San Francisco and endured controversy, a Confederate plot, obsolescence, earthquakes, and two more wars to become part of the city landscape - part of the very fabric of the tapestry that is San Francisco. Former San Francisco police officer, noted photographer and writer Brian O'Neil tells the story of Fort Point not as some academic, historical thesis but as a story of the fort that for years didn't even have an official name and of the people who built it and lived there, laced with respect and affection for this city landmark.

How long is Fort Point?

Fort Point by Brian O'Neil is 180 pages long, and a total of 45,000 words.

This makes it 61% the length of the average book. It also has 55% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Fort Point Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 5 minutes to read Fort Point aloud.

What Reading Level is Fort Point?

Fort Point is suitable for students ages 10 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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