How Long to Read The War Years

How Long Does it Take to Read The War Years?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 7 minutes to read The War Years by Brian Ratty, Sr.

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

Description

Second Edition (with story notes) of the awarding winning novel: The War Years - Through A Bloody Lens: In 1942, as American blood is about to be spilled in far-off Guadalcanal, a young man boards a train and blindly heads towards his destiny: boot camp with the United States Marine Corps. These tragic times of World War II were the defining years for millions of cowboys and plowboys. This book is a compelling chronicle about these years and one not-so-ordinary young man. 'The War Years' is a heartwarming saga about Dutch Clarke who, over the objections of his prominent family, answers his country's call. Just as Dutch is about to complete boot camp, family influence steps in and propels him through the ranks and into the Office of War Information. Here he puts down his rifle and takes up photography. Soon Dutch learns the power of the lens and the courage to use it. This is a uniquely different war story about men who fought their way across the Pacific, not with guns but with cameras. This tapestry covers more than just guns and bullets; it is also about the human threads of prejudice, friendship and the ultimate sacrifice. After surviving a Japanese POW camp and a daring escape, Dutch is given the opportunity to be one of the first American photographers to set foot on homeland Japan...here he turns his assignment from reconnaissance to revenge. This story is as fresh as today's headlines and as true as yesterday's sins. If you enjoyed 'The Band of Brothers' or 'Saving Private Ryan, ' you'll love 'The War Years!' Book of the Year Finalist: ForeWord Magazine Winner: Eric Hoffer Literary Award 2nd Edition 2014 REVIEW: The novelist misses nothing as his narrative...death, heroism, revenge, and redemption in nonstop action. Ratty effectively weaves a combination of current drama and flashbacks as Dutch narrates his saga. A skilled storyteller, Ratty has moments of elegant prose. It's no wonder that the book is a ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year finalist and an Eric Hoffer Award-winner. ForeWord Magazine Review

How long is The War Years?

The War Years by Brian Ratty, Sr. is 476 pages long, and a total of 121,856 words.

This makes it 161% the length of the average book. It also has 149% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The War Years Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 5 minutes to read The War Years aloud.

What Reading Level is The War Years?

The War Years 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.

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