How Long to Read The Birds of Heaven

How Long Does it Take to Read The Birds of Heaven?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 19 minutes to read The Birds of Heaven by Peter Matthiessen

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

Description

“You don’t have to be a ‘craniac’ . . . to appreciate [this book] . . . All you really need is a passion for prose as good as it gets.” —Chicago Tribune In legend, cranes often figure as harbingers of heaven and omens of longevity and good fortune. And in nature, they are an “umbrella species” whose well-being assures that of the ecosystem at large. The Birds of Heaven chronicles Peter Matthiessen’s many journeys on five continents in search of the fifteen species of cranes. His telling captures the dilemmas of a planet in ecological crisis, and the deep loss to humankind if these beautiful...

How long is The Birds of Heaven?

The Birds of Heaven by Peter Matthiessen is 368 pages long, and a total of 94,944 words.

This makes it 124% the length of the average book. It also has 116% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Birds of Heaven Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 38 minutes to read The Birds of Heaven aloud.

What Reading Level is The Birds of Heaven?

The Birds of Heaven 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 The Birds of Heaven?

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