How Long to Read Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins

How Long Does it Take to Read Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 51 minutes to read Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins by Neil Blower

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

Description

This short, diary-style novel, by a British army veteran chronicles the difficulties faced by Tommy, a 23-year-old squaddie, as he desperately tries to conquer post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) – shell shock. His over-emotional responses to the stresses of everyday life – post-office queues, a trip to Ikea, and his relationship with his family and girlfriend – eventually lead to alienation and suicidal urges. Told in the vernacular, with humour and personal understanding, the story highlights the work of the Charity Combat Stress in rehabilitating returning troops.

How long is Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins?

Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins by Neil Blower is 111 pages long, and a total of 27,861 words.

This makes it 37% the length of the average book. It also has 34% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 2 hours and 32 minutes to read Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins aloud.

What Reading Level is Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins?

Shell Shock: The Diary of Tommy Atkins is suitable for students ages 10 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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