How Long to Read Ghosts of Vesuvius

How Long Does it Take to Read Ghosts of Vesuvius?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 27 minutes to read Ghosts of Vesuvius by Charles R. Pellegrino

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

Description

A fascinating look at Pompeii, Herculaneum and the Vesuvius eruption in comparison with other historically significant volcanic eruptions, including the World Trade Center disaster. The eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, which obliterated the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, was a disaster that resounds to this day. Now palaeontologist Charles Pellegrino presents a wealth of new knowledge about the doomed towns – and brings to vivid life the people, their last moments, and the aftermath. The lessons learned from modern scrutiny of that ancient eruption produce disturbing echoes in...

How long is Ghosts of Vesuvius?

Ghosts of Vesuvius by Charles R. Pellegrino is 496 pages long, and a total of 126,976 words.

This makes it 167% the length of the average book. It also has 155% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Ghosts of Vesuvius Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 33 minutes to read Ghosts of Vesuvius aloud.

What Reading Level is Ghosts of Vesuvius?

Ghosts of Vesuvius 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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