How Long to Read Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich

How Long Does it Take to Read Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 36 minutes to read Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich by Walter Kempowski

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

Description

A monumental work of history that captures the last days of the Third Reich as never before. Swansong 1945 chronicles the end of Nazi Germany through more than 1,000 extracts from letters, diaries, and autobiographical accounts, written by civilians and soldiers alike. Together, they present a panoramic view of four tumultuous days that fateful spring: Hitler’s birthday on April 20, American and Soviet troops meeting at the Elbe on April 25, Hitler’s suicide on April 30, and the German surrender on May 8. An extraordinary account of suffering and survival, Swansong 1945 brings to vivid life the end of World War II in Europe.

How long is Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich?

Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich by Walter Kempowski is 512 pages long, and a total of 129,024 words.

This makes it 173% the length of the average book. It also has 158% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 45 minutes to read Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich aloud.

What Reading Level is Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich?

Swansong 1945: A Collective Diary of the Last Days of the Third Reich 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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