How Long to Read The American Sword, 1775-1945

How Long Does it Take to Read The American Sword, 1775-1945?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 14 minutes to read The American Sword, 1775-1945 by Harold Leslie Peterson

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

Description

"The first book devoted exclusively to the subject, this invaluable volume will aid collectors, curators, historians and anyone interested in weaponry to identify American swords. Enhanced with more than 400 illustrations from catalogs, manuals, and other rare documents, the book classifies and describes all major types of swords worn by the U.S. armed forces, cadets, and diplomats since the American Revolution to the end of World War II. Also included is a directory of American sword makers, an essay on the evolution of scabbards and methods of wearing swords, a discussion of sword nomenclature, and an appendix titled "American Silver Mounted Swords 1700-1815," which served as a catalog of an exhibition held at the Corcoran Gallery of Art in 1955. This important addition describes small swords, sabers and hunting swords, and unique silver mounted swords. An invaluable guide to collectors and dealers, the comprehensive reference will delight students of weaponry and arms enthusiasts. Unabridged republication of the edition originally published by Robert Halter, The River House, New Hope, Pennsylvania, 1954. Appendix privately printed in Washington D.C., 1955. Index. 289 halftones; 117 black-and-white illustrations." -- publisher description (November 2006).

How long is The American Sword, 1775-1945?

The American Sword, 1775-1945 by Harold Leslie Peterson is 372 pages long, and a total of 93,744 words.

This makes it 126% the length of the average book. It also has 115% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The American Sword, 1775-1945 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 32 minutes to read The American Sword, 1775-1945 aloud.

What Reading Level is The American Sword, 1775-1945?

The American Sword, 1775-1945 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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