How Long to Read The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017

How Long Does it Take to Read The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 53 minutes to read The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017 by Phyllida Scrivens

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

Description

The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017 offers an entertaining and revealing insight into the diverse lives, both personal and civic, of seventeen remarkable women, who between 1923 and 2017, has each held the honor of being First Citizen of the City of Norwich in Norfolk England. Moreover, the pioneer Ethel Colman, daughter of the mustard giant, simultaneously became the first female Lord Mayor of both Norwich and of Great Britain. Amongst others, meet the war refugee from Czechoslovakia; the 'Ten Pound Pom'; the Manageress of C&A; the keen amateur actress; the Trade Unionist; the Scot from the Glasgow shipyards; the Hairdresser Lord Mayor; the Prison Governor's wife and the first known official consort with Down's syndrome. Discover the Civic Coach, priceless regalia, traditional robes, Whifflers, Snap the Dragon and the magnificent Art Deco Norwich City Hall, opened in 1938 by King George VI, allegedly coveted by Adolf Hitler as his regional HQ if the Nazis should win WW2. Using in-depth personal interviews with surviving female Lord Mayors, their colleagues, friends and family members, supported by research material from local archival sources, author Phyllida Scrivens has uncovered fascinating anecdotal stories, both joyous and tragic, many involving royalty and national figures. This book, including original photographs, delves behind the scenes of public office, discovering inspiring women determined to rise above the constraints of a hitherto patriarchal world.

How long is The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017?

The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017 by Phyllida Scrivens is 168 pages long, and a total of 43,344 words.

This makes it 57% the length of the average book. It also has 53% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 56 minutes to read The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017 aloud.

What Reading Level is The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017?

The Lady Lord Mayors of Norwich 1923 - 2017 is suitable for students ages 10 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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