How Long to Read The Wonderful Century

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wonderful Century?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 42 minutes to read The Wonderful Century by Alfred R. Wallace

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

Description

The Wonderful Century, originally published in 1898, is a unique book, offering a retrospective of the grand scope of the 19th century. In it, British biologist and explorer ALFRED RUSSEL WALLACE (1823-1913) discusses what he considers the successes of the last hundred years, including advances made in modes of travel, mechanization, photography, the analysis of light, physics, the study of dust, chemistry, astronomy, glaciers, geology, evolution, and medicine. He also covers those areas of study that have not been advanced as much as he believes they should have been. Among the curious topics in the "Failure" section of the book are phrenology, hypnotism, and the fallacy of vaccination. It will be amusing to modern readers that many of the areas that Wallace thought needed to be elucidated better in the future have since been proven false. History buffs as well as readers wishing to be entertained by the skewed views of the past will find this book a joyous and engaging read.

How long is The Wonderful Century?

The Wonderful Century by Alfred R. Wallace is 461 pages long, and a total of 115,711 words.

This makes it 156% the length of the average book. It also has 141% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wonderful Century Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 32 minutes to read The Wonderful Century aloud.

What Reading Level is The Wonderful Century?

The Wonderful Century 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.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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