How Long to Read When Computers Were Human
By David Alan Grier
How Long Does it Take to Read When Computers Were Human?
It takes the average reader 7 hours and 10 minutes to read When Computers Were Human by David Alan Grier
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
Description
Before Palm Pilots and iPods, PCs and laptops, the term "computer" referred to the people who did scientific calculations by hand. These workers were neither calculating geniuses nor idiot savants but knowledgeable people who, in other circumstances, might have become scientists in their own right. When Computers Were Human represents the first in-depth account of this little-known, 200-year epoch in the history of science and technology. Beginning with the story of his own grandmother, who was trained as a human computer, David Alan Grier provides a poignant introduction to the wider world...
How long is When Computers Were Human?
When Computers Were Human by David Alan Grier is 424 pages long, and a total of 107,696 words.
This makes it 143% the length of the average book. It also has 132% more words than the average book.
How Long Does it Take to Read When Computers Were Human Aloud?
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 48 minutes to read When Computers Were Human aloud.
What Reading Level is When Computers Were Human?
When Computers Were Human 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.
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