How Long to Read Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic

How Long Does it Take to Read Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic by Sam Jefferson

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

Description

The 1866 transatlantic yacht race was a match that saw three yachts battle their way across the Atlantic in the dead of winter in pursuit of a $90,000 prize. Six men died in the brutal and close-fought contest, and the event changed the perception of yachting from a slightly effete gentlemen's pursuit into something altogether more rugged and adventurous. The race also symbolized the beginning of America's 'gilded age', with its associated obscene wealth and largesse (the $90,000 prize put up by the three contestants is about $15 million in today's money), as well as the thawing of relations...

How long is Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic?

Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic by Sam Jefferson 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 Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic aloud.

What Reading Level is Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic?

Gordon Bennett and the First Yacht Race Across the Atlantic 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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