How Long to Read Witness to History

How Long Does it Take to Read Witness to History?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 39 minutes to read Witness to History by Donald Johnstone Peck

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

Description

Set against the backdrop of the colonial and Revolutionary War period in New Jersey, Witness to History is a broad-spectrum account of the history and times of several important historic sites in Woodbridge Township. While focusing on the Cutter Farm and Old Stone Cottage, author Donald J. Peck augments his work with stories of nearby sites-the Cross Keys Tavern, Dunham House, the Old White Church and historic Route 514 (Main Street). With the upcoming 350th anniversary of the charter of this oldest New Jersey township in mind, local personalities, such as Joseph Bloomfield, Dr. Moses Bloomfield, Timothy Bloomfield, Campyon Cutter, Janet Pike Gage, Nathaniel Heard, James Parker, the Reverend Azel Roe and Nathaniel Fitz Randolph, are also expertly woven into the narrative. Here a storyThis chronicle of colonial life and the struggle for independence in Woodbridge Township and New Jersey compels us to reflect on the American story itself. It spans beyond the usual interpretation by making a personal connection to the connecting us to ttrying issues of political, racial, religious, social and environmental justice and the freedoms for which patriots fought-f - freedoms which could not be more important in today's complex world.In Witness to History Mr. Peck has given us a reason to contemplate the present while enjoying stories of the past. He has also endeavored to suggest a new rationale for saving historic buildings. Will we become good stewards of the past? What willdo we leave to those who come after us? And who will advocate for preserving our historic sites?

How long is Witness to History?

Witness to History by Donald Johnstone Peck is 156 pages long, and a total of 39,936 words.

This makes it 53% the length of the average book. It also has 49% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Witness to History Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 38 minutes to read Witness to History aloud.

What Reading Level is Witness to History?

Witness to History 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.

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