How Long to Read Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse

How Long Does it Take to Read Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 10 minutes to read Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse by Ian Hills

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

Description

In 1841, storm damage to Sunderland's old North Pier threatened to undermine the masonry lighthouse which had stood at its head since 1802. The lighthouse had to be moved and moved quickly if it was to be saved. The job was undertaken by John Murray, engineer to the River Wear Commissioners, who put forward a bold and novel plan to move the lighthouse in one piece. If simply moving a 300-ton masonry tower in one piece was not difficult enough, its route would require not only a major change in direction but negotiation of a curve and even ascent of an incline. However, this amazing effort has...

How long is Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse?

Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse by Ian Hills is 70 pages long, and a total of 17,500 words.

This makes it 24% the length of the average book. It also has 21% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 1 hour and 35 minutes to read Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse aloud.

What Reading Level is Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse?

Moving Sunderland's Lighthouse is suitable for students ages 8 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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