How Long to Read Living Words

How Long Does it Take to Read Living Words?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 48 minutes to read Living Words by Tom McArthur

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

Description

In this collection of articles, the author reflects on the nature of language, the art of lexicography and the developments in communication, the media and information technology in the late 20th century. The three main subjects looked at are: language at large, and particulary English, the most widely used language in the history of the world; the art and study of dictionaries and reference science, embracing all past, present and potential reference materials - from the "OED" to the "Yellow Pages"; and the processes through which communication, information and knowledge has evoloved - from...

How long is Living Words?

Living Words by Tom McArthur is 284 pages long, and a total of 72,136 words.

This makes it 96% the length of the average book. It also has 88% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Living Words Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 34 minutes to read Living Words aloud.

What Reading Level is Living Words?

Living 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.

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