How Long to Read The Language Wars

How Long Does it Take to Read The Language Wars?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 5 minutes to read The Language Wars by Henry Hitchings

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

Description

The English language is a battlefield. Since the age of Shakespeare, arguments over correct usage have been bitter, and have always really been about contesting values—morality, politics, and class. The Language Wars examines the present state of the conflict, its history, and its future. Above all, it uses the past as a way of illuminating the present. Moving chronologically, the book explores the most persis­tent issues to do with English and unpacks the history of “proper” us­age. Where did these ideas spring from? Who has been on the front lines in the language wars? The Language Wars...

How long is The Language Wars?

The Language Wars by Henry Hitchings is 416 pages long, and a total of 106,496 words.

This makes it 140% the length of the average book. It also has 130% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Language Wars Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 41 minutes to read The Language Wars aloud.

What Reading Level is The Language Wars?

The Language Wars 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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