How Long to Read Setting the World Ablaze

How Long Does it Take to Read Setting the World Ablaze?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 21 minutes to read Setting the World Ablaze by John Ferling

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

Description

Setting the World Ablaze is the story of the three men who, perhaps more than any others, helped bring the United States into being: George Washington, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson. Braiding three strands into one rich narrative, John Ferling brings these American icons down from their pedestals to show them as men of flesh and blood, and gives us a new understanding of the passion and uncertainty of the struggle to form a new nation. A leading historian of the Revolutionary era, Ferling draws on an unsurpassed command of the primary sources and a talent for swiftly moving narrative to give us intimate views of each of these men. More than any scholar before him, Ferling shows us both the overarching historical picture of the era and a gripping sense of how these men encountered the challenges that faced them. At close quarters, we see Washington, containing a profound anger at British injustice within an austere demeanor; Adams, far from home, struggling with severe illness and French duplicity in his crucial negotiations in Paris; and Jefferson, distracted and indecisive, confronting uncertainties about his future in politics. John Adams, in particular, emerges from the narrative as the most underappreciated hero of the Revolution, while Jefferson is revealed as the most overrated of the Founders, although the most eloquent. Setting the World Ablaze shows in dramatic detail how these conservative men--successful members of the colonial elite--were transformed into radical revolutionaries, and in doing so, it illuminates not just the special genius of these three leaders, but the remarkable transformation of His Majesty's colonies into the United States.

How long is Setting the World Ablaze?

Setting the World Ablaze by John Ferling is 428 pages long, and a total of 110,424 words.

This makes it 144% the length of the average book. It also has 135% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Setting the World Ablaze Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 3 minutes to read Setting the World Ablaze aloud.

What Reading Level is Setting the World Ablaze?

Setting the World Ablaze 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.

Where Can I Buy Setting the World Ablaze?

Setting the World Ablaze by John Ferling is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy Setting the World Ablaze by John Ferling on Amazon click the button below.