It takes the average reader 1 hour and 36 minutes to read The Mystique of Opium in History and Art by Donald Wigal
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
Whilst the 20th century was one long war for control of the world's oil supplies, opium was a key strategic raw material during the four preceding centuries. Opium consumption dates back to Ancient Egypt. Initially a useful pharmaceutical product called laudanum, it quickly became popular in Britain. It then became the basis for trade with isolationist China as soon as the Opium Wars obtained trading rights for Western companies and the Chinese began smoking it in industrial quantities. This book offers a tastefully illustrated history of this toxic substance, its paraphernalia and era.
The Mystique of Opium in History and Art by Donald Wigal is 95 pages long, and a total of 24,225 words.
This makes it 32% the length of the average book. It also has 30% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 2 hours and 12 minutes to read The Mystique of Opium in History and Art aloud.
The Mystique of Opium in History and Art 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.
When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.
The Mystique of Opium in History and Art by Donald Wigal is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.
To buy The Mystique of Opium in History and Art by Donald Wigal on Amazon click the button below.
Buy The Mystique of Opium in History and Art on Amazon