How Long to Read Gangway A Life at Sea

How Long Does it Take to Read Gangway A Life at Sea?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read Gangway A Life at Sea by Simon Quail

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

Description

'GANGWAY- a Life at Sea' is the story of the British Merchant Navy from its height in 1966 to its drastic slim-down by 1988, as experienced by the author in eleven shipping companies. GANGWAY reveals the stresses - and rewards - experienced by a young deck officer aboard a wide variety of cargo vessels. GANGWAY is an engaging mix of personal account and technical data. The author describes the social and working life aboard ships crewed by fifty men who enjoyed regular opportunities to explore life ashore during weeks in port. 'The Last Grain Race' described life at sea in the age of sail. 'Gangway - a Life at Sea' is a maritime memoir which describes the challenges faced by cadet, navigator and chief officer in the last age of the general cargo motor ship, before the age of the super ship.

How long is Gangway A Life at Sea?

Gangway A Life at Sea by Simon Quail is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Gangway A Life at Sea Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read Gangway A Life at Sea aloud.

What Reading Level is Gangway A Life at Sea?

Gangway A Life at Sea 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 Gangway A Life at Sea?

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