How Long to Read Throwing Fire

How Long Does it Take to Read Throwing Fire?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 51 minutes to read Throwing Fire by Alfred W. Crosby

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

Description

Historian Alfred W. Crosby looks at hard, accurate throwing and the manipulation of fire as unique human capabilities. Humans began throwing rocks in prehistory and then progressed to javelins, atlatls, bows and arrows. We learned to make fire by friction and used it to cook, drive game, burn out rivals, and alter landscapes. In historic times we invented catapults, trebuchets, and such flammable liquids as Greek Fire. About 1,000 years ago we invented gunpowder, which accelerated the rise of empires and the advance of European imperialism. In the 20th century, gunpowder weaponry enabled us...

How long is Throwing Fire?

Throwing Fire by Alfred W. Crosby is 226 pages long, and a total of 57,856 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 71% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Throwing Fire Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 16 minutes to read Throwing Fire aloud.

What Reading Level is Throwing Fire?

Throwing Fire 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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