How Long to Read White Slaves of Maquinna

How Long Does it Take to Read White Slaves of Maquinna?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 13 minutes to read White Slaves of Maquinna by John Jewitt

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

Description

John R. Jewitt's story of being captured and enslaved by Maquinna, the great chief of the Mowachaht people, is both an adventure tale of survival and an unusual perspective on the First Nations of the northwest coast of Vancouver Island. On March 22, 1803, while anchored in Nootka Sound on the west coast of Vancouver Island, the Boston was attacked by a group of Mowachaht warriors. Twenty-five of her 27 crewmen were massacred, their heads "arranged in a line" for survivor John R. Jewitt to identify. Jewitt and another survivor, John Thompson, became 2 of some 50 slaves owned by the chief known as Maquinna. Among other duties, they were forced to carry wood for three miles and fight for Maquinna when he slaughtered a neighbouring tribe. But their worst fear came from knowing that slaves could be killed whenever their master chose. Since most of the Mowachaht wanted the two whites dead, they never knew what would come first—freedom or death. After Jewitt was rescued, following 28 months in captivity, he wrote a book of his experiences. It appeared in 1815 and became known as Jewitt's Narrative. It proved so popular that it is still being reprinted today.

How long is White Slaves of Maquinna?

White Slaves of Maquinna by John Jewitt is 192 pages long, and a total of 48,384 words.

This makes it 65% the length of the average book. It also has 59% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read White Slaves of Maquinna Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 24 minutes to read White Slaves of Maquinna aloud.

What Reading Level is White Slaves of Maquinna?

White Slaves of Maquinna is suitable for students ages 10 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 White Slaves of Maquinna?

White Slaves of Maquinna by John Jewitt is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy White Slaves of Maquinna by John Jewitt on Amazon click the button below.