How Long to Read A History of Western Literature

How Long Does it Take to Read A History of Western Literature?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 22 minutes to read A History of Western Literature by J. M. Cohen

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

Description

This book begins in a narrow territory, strictly Western, and extends with the passage of time to include the poetry, plays, novels, and works of speculation of the great authors of the past and present from Russia to Mexico. his objective is to tell the whole story of Western writing in languages other than English from the twelfth-century Chanson de Roland to Evtushenko's poetry of the 1960s. Cohen not only presents a factual account of historical growth. The book reflects the author's own judgments and valuations, arrived at in the course of almost forty years' reading in the main European languages. A work of original critism, A History of Western Literature immediately became a standard reference when first published. In this new edition, the author has included revisions covering the most important recent writers and their work. "Especially for American or British readers who want to explore under sensible guidance the main lines of Western letters, this carefully wrought handbook is indispensable."--Library Journal. "Considering Mr. Cohen's vast scope, his achievement is commendable. The information he presents is accurate. His style is surprisingly readable...."--Modern Language Journal. J. M. Cohen (1903-1989) was a widely known critic and a translator of French and Spanish literature. He was born in London and graduated from Cambridge University. His versions of Don Quixote, Gargantua and Pantagruel, and Rousseau's Confessions are recognized as among the finest modern translations.

How long is A History of Western Literature?

A History of Western Literature by J. M. Cohen is 381 pages long, and a total of 95,631 words.

This makes it 129% the length of the average book. It also has 117% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read A History of Western Literature Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 42 minutes to read A History of Western Literature aloud.

What Reading Level is A History of Western Literature?

A History of Western Literature 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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