How Long to Read Bech: A Book

How Long Does it Take to Read Bech: A Book?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 17 minutes to read Bech: A Book by John Updike

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

Description

The Jewish American novelist Henry Bech—procrastinating, libidinous, and tart-tongued, his reputation growing while his powers decline—made his first appearance in 1965, in John Updike’s “The Bulgarian Poetess.” That story won the O. Henry First Prize, and it and the six Bech adventures that followed make up this collection. “Bech is the writer in me,” Updike once said, “creaking but lusty, battered but undiscourageable, fed on the blood of ink and the bread of white paper.” As he trots the globe, promotes himself, and lurches from one woman’s bed to another’s, Bech views life with a blend of wonder and cynicism that will make followers of the lit-biz smile with delight and wince in recognition.

How long is Bech: A Book?

Bech: A Book by John Updike is 194 pages long, and a total of 49,276 words.

This makes it 65% the length of the average book. It also has 60% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Bech: A Book Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 29 minutes to read Bech: A Book aloud.

What Reading Level is Bech: A Book?

Bech: A Book 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.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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