How Long to Read Scientists and Scoundrels

How Long Does it Take to Read Scientists and Scoundrels?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 44 minutes to read Scientists and Scoundrels by Robert Silverberg

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

Description

As if history and nature had not provided wonders enough, through the ages humans themselves have contrived more marvels to deceive one another. Sometimes they have concocted evidence when none was available to prove pet theories; sometimes their intention has been to impress or defraud; sometimes they have acted merely for sport. ø Robert Silverberg tells the stories of a baker's dozen of these scientific hoaxers in a lively, good-humored book that ranges through time and across continents. Here are perpetual-motion machines and space rockets, men on the moon and serpents in the sea. The rogues? gallery is a varied one: Dr. Mesmer, who cast his hypnotic spell on eighteenth-century Paris; Charles Dawson, whose Piltdown Man challenged evolution; Dr. Cook, with his tale of ?discovering? the North Pole; and many others. ø These are fascinating stories and more than just entertainment. The author explains the scientific background against which the hoaxes appeared and the detective work that led to their exposure. The schemers teach us to be alert, to challenge the evidence, and to appreciate the healthy skepticism that characterizes the scientific method.

How long is Scientists and Scoundrels?

Scientists and Scoundrels by Robert Silverberg is 282 pages long, and a total of 71,064 words.

This makes it 95% the length of the average book. It also has 87% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Scientists and Scoundrels Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 28 minutes to read Scientists and Scoundrels aloud.

What Reading Level is Scientists and Scoundrels?

Scientists and Scoundrels 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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