How Long to Read The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare)

By Douglas Porch

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare)?

It takes the average reader 4 hours to read The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare) by Douglas Porch

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

Description

Often described as the high renaissance of Western imperialism, the nineteenth century was characterized by European conquest and colonial rule. Although imperialist power was on the rise, Douglas Porch refutes the notion that indigenous militias were easily overtaken by their European conquerors. Porch explores the rise of imperial power, and the reasons for the temporary supremacy of some of the empire builders, but he also examines why such far-flung empires ultimately proved to be unsustainable. A full exploration of the expansion and ultimate decline of imperial power, strain from...

How long is The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare)?

The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare) by Douglas Porch is 240 pages long, and a total of 60,000 words.

This makes it 81% the length of the average book. It also has 73% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare) Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 27 minutes to read The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare) aloud.

What Reading Level is The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare)?

The Wars of Empire (Smithsonian History of Warfare) 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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