How Long to Read The World in a Grain

How Long Does it Take to Read The World in a Grain?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 13 minutes to read The World in a Grain by Vince Beiser

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

Description

A finalist for the PEN/E. O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award The gripping story of the most important overlooked commodity in the world--sand--and the crucial role it plays in our lives. After water and air, sand is the natural resource that we consume more than any other--even more than oil. Every concrete building and paved road on Earth, every computer screen and silicon chip, is made from sand. From Egypt's pyramids to the Hubble telescope, from the world's tallest skyscraper to the sidewalk below it, from Chartres' stained-glass windows to your iPhone, sand shelters us, empowers...

How long is The World in a Grain?

The World in a Grain by Vince Beiser is 306 pages long, and a total of 78,336 words.

This makes it 103% the length of the average book. It also has 96% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The World in a Grain Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 8 minutes to read The World in a Grain aloud.

What Reading Level is The World in a Grain?

The World in a Grain 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.

Where Can I Buy The World in a Grain?

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