How Long to Read Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary

How Long Does it Take to Read Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 50 minutes to read Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary by Webb B. Garrison, Sr.

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

Description

In the 140-plus years since the American Civil War, the American language has changed dramatically. As the meanings of many words have become obscure or lost, links with the vibrant language of the Civil War era have dissolved, and much of that which had meaning to our forefathers no longer retains the same meaning to us. What did it mean "to cross the bar"? What was a soldier's "big ticket"? What did it mean "to see the elephant" or "to go South"? Why did the armies have so-called ninety-day men and hundred-day men? What were soldiers supposed to do when they heard the commander shout, "Let...

How long is Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary?

Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary by Webb B. Garrison, Sr. is 350 pages long, and a total of 87,500 words.

This makes it 118% the length of the average book. It also has 107% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 58 minutes to read Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary aloud.

What Reading Level is Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary?

Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary 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 Webb Garrison's Civil War Dictionary?

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