How Long to Read A Selection of Poems

How Long Does it Take to Read A Selection of Poems?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 47 minutes to read A Selection of Poems by William Ernest Henley

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

Description

This early works by William Ernest Henley were originally published in the late 19th and early 20th century and we are now republishing them with a brand new introductory biography. 'A Selection of Poems' is a collection of some the best poetry by Henley, and includes 'Invictus', 'Lady Probationer', 'A Child', and many more. William Ernest Henley was born on 23rd August 1849, in Gloucester, England. In 1867, Henley passed the Oxford Local Schools Examination and set off to London to establish himself as a journalist. Unfortunately, his career was frequently interrupted by long stays in hospital due to a diseased right foot which he refused to have amputated. During a three year stay at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Henley wrote and published his collection of poetry 'In Hospital' (1875). This publication is noteworthy in particular for being some of the earliest examples of free verse written in England. Henley's best-remembered work is his poem "Invictus," written in 1888. It is a passionate and defiant poem, reportedly written as a demonstration of resilience following the amputation of his leg.

How long is A Selection of Poems?

A Selection of Poems by William Ernest Henley is 224 pages long, and a total of 56,896 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 70% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read A Selection of Poems Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 10 minutes to read A Selection of Poems aloud.

What Reading Level is A Selection of Poems?

A Selection of Poems is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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