How Long to Read Killing the Emperor

How Long Does it Take to Read Killing the Emperor?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 45 minutes to read Killing the Emperor by Klaus Schwanitz

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

Description

In this book you will read a true story about a British rescue expedition that took place in 1867 Abyssinia (present day Ethiopia). This is a very interesting story told from a Special Correspondent for the Standard Newspaper in 1868. He accompanied the army from Annesley Bay to Magdala were they faced the ruthless tribal chief Theodore II who claimed to be the Emperor. Theodore requested both military and logistic help from Queen Victoria against the tribal enemies to secure his claim. Britain had enough trouble during this time and did not want to be involved in the quack mires in Africa and did not respond to the letter from Theodore. Some advisors thought it was best not to inform the Queen of this matter because THEY DECIDED it was not in the greatest interest for Britain. Fuming, because he did not get his way, Theodore took hostages and threatened to kill everyone, including the negotiator! Now he had finally captured Britain's attention! They woke up and realized his threats were real, even the counselor who kept the dispatch complained about Theodore's behavior. Expedition corps were sent from Bombay to East Africa to free the shackled hostages. Most of this story tells about the hardships the soldiers experienced in the unforgiving Abyssinian terrain. The 400 mile ordeal was a logistical nightmare during which the British merged triumphant over the rough terrain. This major enterprise had more than 20,000 people and 40,000 animals in a period of six months and cost the taxpayer 9 million! Ending lucky for Britain, it did not end so well for the native prisoners; more than 350 lost their lives. The one-sided skirmish lasted only a few hours and the campaign was over. After the lost battle Theodore ended his life. With accurate portrayal of the country through which this expedition took place, this narration is a brilliant, in depth account of the resolve and stamina of the British Army and displays its shortcomings and weaknesses. This story was published so this essential part of our history would not be forgotten. Let this book take you on an adventure back in time to relive this incredible journey in history.

How long is Killing the Emperor?

Killing the Emperor by Klaus Schwanitz is 402 pages long, and a total of 101,304 words.

This makes it 136% the length of the average book. It also has 124% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Killing the Emperor Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 13 minutes to read Killing the Emperor aloud.

What Reading Level is Killing the Emperor?

Killing the Emperor 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.

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