How Long to Read Horrible Words

How Long Does it Take to Read Horrible Words?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 34 minutes to read Horrible Words by Rebecca Gowers

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

Description

Nothing inflames the language gripers like a misplaced disinterested, an illogical irregardless, a hideous operationalisation. To purists these are 'howlers' and 'non-words', fit only for scorn. But in their rush to condemn such terms, are the naysayers missing something? In this provocative and hugely entertaining book, Rebecca Gowers throws light on a great array of horrible words, and shows how the diktats of the pedants are repeatedly based on misinformation, false reasoning and straight-up snobbery. The result is a brilliant work of history, a surreptitious introduction to linguistics,...

How long is Horrible Words?

Horrible Words by Rebecca Gowers is 208 pages long, and a total of 53,664 words.

This makes it 70% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Horrible Words Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 53 minutes to read Horrible Words aloud.

What Reading Level is Horrible Words?

Horrible Words 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 Horrible Words?

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