How Long to Read Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde

How Long Does it Take to Read Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 7 minutes to read Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde by John Sloan

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

Description

Wit, dandy, literary anarchist, self-publicist, and homosexual martyr: Wilde achieved fame and notoriety at a time when mass culture and communication promoted the 'new' in every area of British life. This book examines the rich interplay between Wilde's society and his writings and shows the remarkable recontextualizing of Wilde and his work in film, stage, and the media in the century following his death. - ;Authors in Context examines the work of major writers in relation to their own time and to the present day. Combining history with lively literary discussion, each volume provides comprehensive insight into texts in their context. Wit, dandy, literary anarchist, self-publicist, and homosexual martyr: Wilde achieved fame and notoriety at a time when mass culture and communication promoted the 'new' in every area of British life - 'New Women', 'New Hedonism', 'New Journalism', 'New Imperialism'. His plays, tales, and critical writings questioned traditional attitudes to religion, sexuality, women and the home, crime and punishment, and the freedom of the individual. This book examines the rich interplay between Wilde's society and his writings and shows the remarkable recontextualizing of Wilde and his work on stage, in film and the media in the century that has followed his death. -

How long is Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde?

Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde by John Sloan is 244 pages long, and a total of 61,976 words.

This makes it 82% the length of the average book. It also has 76% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 38 minutes to read Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde aloud.

What Reading Level is Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde?

Authors in Context: Oscar Wilde 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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