How Long to Read Surviving the Essex

How Long Does it Take to Read Surviving the Essex?

It takes the average reader 4 hours to read Surviving the Essex by David O. Dowling

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

Description

Surviving the "Essex" tells the captivating story of a ship's crew battered by whale attack, broken by four months at sea, and forced - out of necessity - to make meals of their fellow survivors. Exploring the Rashomon-like Essex accounts that complicate and even contradict first mate Owen Chase's narrative, David O. Dowling examines the vital role of viewpoint in shaping how an event is remembered and delves into the ordeal's submerged history - the survivors' lives, ambitions, and motives, their pivotal actions during the desperate moments of the wreck itself, and their will to reconcile...

How long is Surviving the Essex?

Surviving the Essex by David O. Dowling is 240 pages long, and a total of 60,000 words.

This makes it 81% the length of the average book. It also has 73% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Surviving the Essex Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 27 minutes to read Surviving the Essex aloud.

What Reading Level is Surviving the Essex?

Surviving the Essex 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 Surviving the Essex?

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