How Long to Read The Secret Life of Language

How Long Does it Take to Read The Secret Life of Language?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 13 minutes to read The Secret Life of Language by Simon Pulleyn

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

Description

This book looks at how language has evolved around the globe from ancestral proto-languages to our recognisable modern tongues. It demonstrates how language has been shaped by social and cultural influences, and even explains how our anatomy affects the articulation, and therefore evolution, of words. Discover the surprising stories behind the origin of the written word, the difficulties of decipherment and the challenge of inventing from scratch languages such as Dothraki. Combining expert analysis with accessible narrative and fun illustrations, The Secret Life of Language makes even the...

How long is The Secret Life of Language?

The Secret Life of Language by Simon Pulleyn is 192 pages long, and a total of 48,384 words.

This makes it 65% the length of the average book. It also has 59% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Secret Life of Language Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 24 minutes to read The Secret Life of Language aloud.

What Reading Level is The Secret Life of Language?

The Secret Life of Language 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.

Where Can I Buy The Secret Life of Language?

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