How Long to Read On the Origins of War

How Long Does it Take to Read On the Origins of War?

It takes the average reader 10 hours and 37 minutes to read On the Origins of War by Donald Kagan

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

Description

A brilliant and vitally important history of why states go to war, by the acclaimed, award-winning author of The Peloponnesian War. War has been a fact of life for centuries. By lucidly revealing the common threads that connect the ancient confrontations between Athens and Sparta and between Rome and Carthage with the two calamitous World Wars of the twentieth century, renowned historian Donald Kagan reveals new and surprising insights into the nature of war and peace. Vivid, incisive, and accessible, Kagan's powerful narrative warns against complacency and urgently reminds us of the importance of preparedness in times of peace.

How long is On the Origins of War?

On the Origins of War by Donald Kagan is 625 pages long, and a total of 159,375 words.

This makes it 211% the length of the average book. It also has 195% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read On the Origins of War Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 14 hours and 30 minutes to read On the Origins of War aloud.

What Reading Level is On the Origins of War?

On the Origins of War 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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