How long does it take to read A Dictionary of First Names?
Patrick Hanks, Flavia Hodges, Patricia Hanks, Hardcastle Kate
A Dictionary of First Names by Patrick Hanks, Flavia Hodges, Patricia Hanks, Hardcastle Kate takes about 8 hours 7 minutes to read at 250 words a minute.
About 8 hours 7 minutes
A week or two of reading
First published 1990. 443 pages, about 121,825 words.
17 days at 30 minutes a day
Estimate based on 275 words per page.
At other speeds
| Slow, 150 words a minute | 13 hours 32 minutes |
| Average, 250 words a minute | 8 hours 7 minutes |
| Fast, 400 words a minute | 5 hours 5 minutes |
The page count is the median across 8 editions, so your copy may differ. How we calculate.
About the book
"From the traditional to the rare and unconventional, the Oxford Dictionary of First Names covers over 6,000 names. Each entry tells you the age, origin, and meaning of the name, as well as its historical significance, and how it has fared in terms of popularity. Essential reference for linguists, family historians, prospective parents, and anyone with an interest in names."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects: Names, Personal, Dictionaries, Personal Names, History, Child care
