It takes the average reader 5 hours and 59 minutes to read The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks by Donald R. Prothero
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Every rock is a tangible trace of the earth’s past. The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks tells the fascinating stories behind the discoveries that shook the foundations of geology. In twenty-five chapters—each about a particular rock, outcrop, or geologic phenomenon—Donald R. Prothero recounts the scientific detective work that shaped our understanding of geology, from the unearthing of exemplary specimens to tectonic shifts in how we view the inner workings of our planet. Prothero follows in the footsteps of the scientists who asked—and answered—geology’s biggest questions: How do we know how...
The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks by Donald R. Prothero is 354 pages long, and a total of 89,916 words.
This makes it 119% the length of the average book. It also has 110% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 11 minutes to read The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks aloud.
The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks is suitable for students ages 12 and up.
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