How Long to Read Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield

How Long Does it Take to Read Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 3 minutes to read Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield by Geoffrey Howse

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

Description

Sheffield born actor and author Geoffrey Howse delves into his files covering over 200 years of Sheffield's criminality. In Murder & Mayhem in Sheffield he takes a look at some of the events that took place during a period of enormous growth within Sheffield; including a failed plot to murder some of Sheffield's officials, take control of the Town Hall and set fire to the homes of prominent citizens; the series of incidents known as the Sheffield Outrages are also mentioned, as are the notorious Sheffield Gang Wars of the 1920's. Murders from the eighteenth century through to 1947 are covered, including he fascinating case of one of Britain's most notorious murderers, Charlie Peace. The gruesome Shelf Street Hatchet Murder of 1881, is also included as are the Woodhouse Murder of 1893 and the Chinese Laundry Murder of 1922. Two Sheffield murderers who bore the same name, William Smedley, and who were both hanged for their crimes, committed murder in 1875 and 1947 respectively, are also featured. Although not for the feint-hearted, this book is sure to capture the curiosity of all individuals with an interest in the social and criminal history of Sheffield.'

How long is Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield?

Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield by Geoffrey Howse is 237 pages long, and a total of 60,909 words.

This makes it 80% the length of the average book. It also has 74% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 32 minutes to read Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield aloud.

What Reading Level is Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield?

Murder and Mayhem in Sheffield 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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