How Long to Read Wonders of Sand and Stone

How Long Does it Take to Read Wonders of Sand and Stone?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 20 minutes to read Wonders of Sand and Stone by Frederick H. Swanson

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

Description

From Delicate Arch to the Zion Narrows, Utah's five national parks and eight national monuments are home to some of America's most amazing scenic treasures, created over long expanses of geologic time. In Wonders of Sand and Stone, Frederick H. Swanson traces the recent human story behind the creation of these places as part of a protected mini-empire of public lands. Drawing on extensive historical research, Swanson presents little-known accounts of people who saw in these sculptured landscapes something worth protecting. Readers are introduced to the region's early explorers, scientists, artists, and travelers as well as the local residents and tourism promoters who worked with the National Park Service to build the system of parks and monuments we know today, when Utah's national parks and monuments face multiple challenges from increased human use and from development outside their borders. As scientists continue to uncover the astonishing diversity of life in these desert and mountain landscapes, and archaeologists and Native Americans document their rich cultural resources, the management of these federal lands remains critically important. Swanson provides us with a detailed and timely background to advance and inform discussions about what form that management should take.

How long is Wonders of Sand and Stone?

Wonders of Sand and Stone by Frederick H. Swanson is 440 pages long, and a total of 110,000 words.

This makes it 148% the length of the average book. It also has 134% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Wonders of Sand and Stone Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 1 minute to read Wonders of Sand and Stone aloud.

What Reading Level is Wonders of Sand and Stone?

Wonders of Sand and Stone 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.

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