How Long to Read Ghosts of '45

How Long Does it Take to Read Ghosts of '45?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 20 minutes to read Ghosts of '45 by Geoffrey E. Hill

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

Description

In Ghost’s of ’45, Geoffrey E. Hill addresses the great questions revolving around Japan’s past militarism—how did it get started, why were they so aggressive, why were individuals submissive to authority, what was the reason Japanese felt superior, was American bombing and the atomic bombs really justified, why are the Japanese reluctant to recognize their militaristic past, and what can the Japanese do to emerge from this predominantly negative war legacy. After World War II, the Japanese people rebuilt their country, established a new government, restored their infrastructure and became a pacifist nation. Despite these profound changes, modern Japan has not been able to achieve a desired national purpose and a leadership standing in the international community. In Ghosts of ’45, Hill examines this problem by exploring the roots and evolution of Japan’s militaristic period through historical sources and the recollections of people living in wartime Japan. He features in-depth interviews with both well-educated Japanese individuals familiar with Western culture and American POW’s subjected to forced labor. Three narratives are brought together that could help guide Japan toward finding renewed national purpose and international respect: the roots of Japan’s militarism, the ongoing war legacy, and key principles concerning the status of the emperor and public education about wartime Japan. In addition, Hill discusses comparisons between the emperor and the pope, the samurai code and the code of the English knights during the Middle Ages, and the beliefs that allowed Japanese wartime brutality and American slavery.

How long is Ghosts of '45?

Ghosts of '45 by Geoffrey E. Hill is 260 pages long, and a total of 65,000 words.

This makes it 88% the length of the average book. It also has 79% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Ghosts of '45 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 55 minutes to read Ghosts of '45 aloud.

What Reading Level is Ghosts of '45?

Ghosts of '45 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.

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