How Long to Read The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands

How Long Does it Take to Read The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 37 minutes to read The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands by Walter M. Goldberg

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

Description

This volume provides an accessible scientific introduction to the historical geography of Tropical Pacific Islands, assessing the environmental and cultural changes they have undergone and how they are affected currently by these shifts and alterations. The book emphasizes the roles of plants, animals, people, and the environment in shaping the tropical Pacific through a cross-disciplinary approach involving history, geography, biology, environmental science, and anthropology. With these diverse scientific perspectives, the eight chapters of the book provide a comprehensive overview of Tropical Pacific Islands from their initial colonization by native peoples to their occupation by colonial powers, and the contemporary changes that have affected the natural history and social fabric of these islands. The Tropical Pacific Islands are introduced by a description of their geological formation, development, and geography. From there, the book details the origins of the island's original peoples and the dawn of the political economy of these islands, including the domestication and trade of plants, animals, and other natural resources. Next, readers will learn about the impact of missionaries on Pacific Islands, and the affects of Wold War II and nuclear testing on natural resources and the health of its people. The final chapter discusses the islands in the context of natural resource extraction, population increases, and global climate change. Working together these factors are shown to affect rainfall and limited water resources, as well as the ability to sustain traditional crops, and the capacity of the islands to accomodate its residents.

How long is The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands?

The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands by Walter M. Goldberg is 214 pages long, and a total of 54,356 words.

This makes it 72% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 57 minutes to read The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands aloud.

What Reading Level is The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands?

The Geography, Nature and History of the Tropical Pacific and its Islands 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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