How Long to Read Mission to the Volga

How Long Does it Take to Read Mission to the Volga?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 3 minutes to read Mission to the Volga by Aḥmad ibn Faḍlān

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

Description

The earliest surviving instance of sustained first-person travel narrative in Arabic Mission to the Volga is a pioneering text of peerless historical and literary value. In its pages, we move north on a diplomatic mission from Baghdad to the upper reaches of the Volga River in what is now central Russia. In this colorful documentary from the tenth century, the enigmatic Ibn Fadlan relates his experiences as part of an embassy sent by Caliph al-Muqtadir to deliver political and religious instruction to the recently-converted King of the Bulghars. During eleven months of grueling travel, Ibn Fadlan records the marvels he witnesses on his journey, including an aurora borealis and the white nights of the North. Crucially, he offers a description of the Viking Rus, including their customs, clothing, body painting, and a striking account of a ship funeral. Together, these anecdotes illuminate a vibrant world of diversity during the heyday of the Abbasid Empire, narrated with as much curiosity and zeal as they were perceived by its observant beholder. An English-only edition.

How long is Mission to the Volga?

Mission to the Volga by Aḥmad ibn Faḍlān is 178 pages long, and a total of 45,924 words.

This makes it 60% the length of the average book. It also has 56% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Mission to the Volga Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 10 minutes to read Mission to the Volga aloud.

What Reading Level is Mission to the Volga?

Mission to the Volga is suitable for students ages 10 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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