How Long to Read Beowulf

How Long Does it Take to Read Beowulf?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 38 minutes to read Beowulf by Nick Holt

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

Description

It is a tale that has been retold countless times through the centuries and here, in a new paperback edition illustrated by a noted Tolkien artist, the mighty Beowulf is well set to capture new legions of followers. This contemporary retelling of the ancient epic follows the mythic hero from his disarming of the gruesome Grendel to his sword battle with the monster's sea hag mother to his final, fiery showdown with an avenging dragon.

How long is Beowulf?

Beowulf by Nick Holt is 96 pages long, and a total of 24,576 words.

This makes it 32% the length of the average book. It also has 30% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Beowulf Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 2 hours and 14 minutes to read Beowulf aloud.

What Reading Level is Beowulf?

Beowulf 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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