How Long to Read Seven Elements that Changed the World

How Long Does it Take to Read Seven Elements that Changed the World?

It takes the average reader 9 hours and 19 minutes to read Seven Elements that Changed the World by John Browne

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

Description

The fascinating story of how seven elements—iron, carbon, gold, silver, uranium, titanium, and silicon—have changed modern life, for good and ill. With carbon we access heat, light and mobility at the flick of a switch, while silicon enables us to communicate across the globe in an instant. Yet our use of the Earth's mineral resources is not always for the benefit of humankind—our relationship with the elements is one of great ambivalence. Uranium is both productive (nuclear power) and destructive (nuclear bombs); iron is the bloody weapon of war, but also the economic tool of peace; our desire for alluring gold is the foundation of global trade, but has also led to the death of millions. John Browne, CEO of British Petroleum (BP) for twelve years, vividly describes how seven elements are shaping the world around us, for better and for worse. Combining history, science, and politics, Seven Elements takes you on a present-day adventure of human passion and innovation. This journey is far from over: we continue to find surprising new uses for these seven elements. In this narrative of discovery, readers will come to understand how titanium pervades modern consumer society, how natural gas is transforming the global energy sector, and how an innovative new form of carbon could be starting a technology revolution.

How long is Seven Elements that Changed the World?

Seven Elements that Changed the World by John Browne is 546 pages long, and a total of 139,776 words.

This makes it 184% the length of the average book. It also has 171% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Seven Elements that Changed the World Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 43 minutes to read Seven Elements that Changed the World aloud.

What Reading Level is Seven Elements that Changed the World?

Seven Elements that Changed the World 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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