How Long to Read Voyages with a Merchant Prince

How Long Does it Take to Read Voyages with a Merchant Prince?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 20 minutes to read Voyages with a Merchant Prince by J. M. Hutchinson

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

Description

'If it should be a pirate, we had a fine ship, well armed and plenty of men to use the arms, what had we to fear? Accordingly, all hands were set to make preparations for defence against an enemy. The bosun got ready the great guns, the arms chest was unlocked – muskets, swords, handspikes, pistols, all in demand …'The Ripley Diary, 12th July 1830.A sailing ship on a voyage that would make a fortune. On board – an ambitious shipowner, his flirtatious young wife, and a crew on the verge of mutiny. Smuggling, piracy and shipwreck are all encountered on this amazing journey.For the first time, the remarkable Ripley Diary is in print. It documents an astonishing voyage to a secret destination in China. This original nineteenth-century text is unique, revealing the early days of free trade in defiance of the edicts of the Emperor of China. It is a national treasure. Enjoy the story of Thomas Ripley, hailed by the Liverpool Chronicle as 'one of our most successful merchant princes', a man who rose from rags to riches. Share the thrill of watching whales and dolphins, the excitement of racing a rival ship to Java, and the delights of exotic locations. If you want to know the truth about life on a sailing ship in the nineteenth century, then read this book. Find out why some of the men were pressed into the British Navy and others were clapped in irons. Discover for yourself the secrets of the Ripley Diary, secrets hidden for 180 years.

How long is Voyages with a Merchant Prince?

Voyages with a Merchant Prince by J. M. Hutchinson is 255 pages long, and a total of 65,025 words.

This makes it 86% the length of the average book. It also has 79% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Voyages with a Merchant Prince Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 55 minutes to read Voyages with a Merchant Prince aloud.

What Reading Level is Voyages with a Merchant Prince?

Voyages with a Merchant Prince 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 Voyages with a Merchant Prince?

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