How Long to Read The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940

How Long Does it Take to Read The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940?

It takes the average reader 9 hours and 16 minutes to read The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940 by Joseph J. Korom

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

Description

The skyscraper is an American invention that has captured the public's imagination for over a century. The tall building is wholly manmade and borne in the minds of those with both slide rules and computers. This is the story of the skyscraper's rise and the recognition of those individuals who contributed to its development. This volume is unique; its approach, information, and images are fresh and telling. The text examines America's first tall buildings -- the result of twelve years of in-depth research by an accomplished and published architect and architectural historian. Over 300 compelling photographs, charts, and notes make this the ultimate tool of reference for this subject. Biographies woven throughout with period norms, politics and lifestyles help to place featured skyscrapers in context. Quite simply, there is no book like this. The text, carefully and insightfully written, is clear, concise, and easily digestible, the text being the product of well-documented original research written in an informative tone. The American Skyscraper 1850-1940: A Celebration of Height is a richly documented journey of a fascinating topic, and it promises to be a superb addition to libraries, schools of architecture, students of architecture, and lovers of art.

How long is The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940?

The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940 by Joseph J. Korom is 552 pages long, and a total of 139,104 words.

This makes it 186% the length of the average book. It also has 170% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 40 minutes to read The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940 aloud.

What Reading Level is The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940?

The American Skyscraper, 1850-1940 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.

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