How Long to Read The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names

How Long Does it Take to Read The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names?

It takes the average reader 27 hours and 57 minutes to read The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names by John Everett-Heath

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

Description

Every populated place, however small, has a name, and every name is chosen for a reason. This fascinating dictionary gives the history, meanings, and origin of an enormous range of country, region, island, city, and town names from across the world, as well as the name in the local language. It also includes key historical facts associated with many place names. Place-names are continually changing. New names are adopted for many different reasons such as invasion, revolution, and decolonization. This dictionary includes selected former names, and, where appropriate, some historical detail to explain the transition. The names of places often offer a real insight into the places themselves, revealing religious and cultural traditions, the migration of peoples, the ebb and flow of armies, the presence of explorers, local languages, industrial developments and topography. Superstition and legend can also play a part. All this fascinating detail is included in the Concise Dictionary of World Place Names. In addition to the entries themselves, the dictionary includes two appendices: a glossary of foreign word elements which appear in place names and their meanings, and a list of personalities and leaders from all over the world who have influenced the naming of places. Containing over 10,000 names, from Aachen to Zyrardów, this is a unique and fascinating guide for geographers, travellers, and all with an interest in current world affairs.

How long is The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names?

The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names by John Everett-Heath is 1,619 pages long, and a total of 419,321 words.

This makes it 546% the length of the average book. It also has 512% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 38 hours and 11 minutes to read The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names aloud.

What Reading Level is The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names?

The Concise Dictionary of World Place Names 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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