How Long to Read An Introduction to the Gawain Poet

How Long Does it Take to Read An Introduction to the Gawain Poet?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 3 minutes to read An Introduction to the Gawain Poet by John M Bowers

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

Description

In An Introduction to the Gawain Poet, John Bowers surveys an expanded selection of the works of Chaucer's anonymous contemporary, considering Sir Gawain and the Green Knight alongside the poet's lesser known but no less brilliant works. In addition to his succinct introductions and plot summaries, Bowers skillfully details the cultural, historical, political, and religious contexts for these works, synthesizing them with close reading of selected passages. Perhaps his most exciting contribution to the field is his choice to historicize the poet's life and works in the context of the royal culture of King Richard II, boldly contending that it was highly possible the Gawain Poet was a frequent visitor to Richard's court in London. The final chapter surveys the works influenced by, as well as the influences reflected in, the poet's work, from the Bible to The Lord of the Rings. The attention Bowers pays to the critical tradition that has developed around these texts over the past hundred years makes An Introduction to the Gawain Poet an ideal volume for both undergraduate students and scholars of the Gawain Poet. Bowers has marshaled his formidable skills to create a book impressive in its balanced combination of breadth and depth.

How long is An Introduction to the Gawain Poet?

An Introduction to the Gawain Poet by John M Bowers is 178 pages long, and a total of 45,924 words.

This makes it 60% the length of the average book. It also has 56% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read An Introduction to the Gawain Poet Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 10 minutes to read An Introduction to the Gawain Poet aloud.

What Reading Level is An Introduction to the Gawain Poet?

An Introduction to the Gawain Poet 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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