How Long to Read The Big Ratchet

How Long Does it Take to Read The Big Ratchet?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 36 minutes to read The Big Ratchet by Ruth DeFries

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

Description

"Our species' pervasive presence on the planet is the combined result of two powerful forces: earth's rich natural endowments and humanity's ability to manipulate nature. From our ability to control fire to our expertise in breeding palatable plants, from our capacity to ship fertilizer across the Atlantic to our skill in selectively tinkering with plant genomes, DeFries describes the ingenious manipulations of nature that have enabled humankind to nourish and flourish. Throughout history humans have been able to ratchet up populations, survive the hatchets that threaten the species, and...

How long is The Big Ratchet?

The Big Ratchet by Ruth DeFries is 273 pages long, and a total of 69,069 words.

This makes it 92% the length of the average book. It also has 84% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Big Ratchet Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 17 minutes to read The Big Ratchet aloud.

What Reading Level is The Big Ratchet?

The Big Ratchet 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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