How Long to Read Cathay

How Long Does it Take to Read Cathay?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 26 minutes to read Cathay by Ezra Pound

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

Description

"First published in 1915 by Elkin Matthews of London, Cathay, Ezra Pound's early monumental work, originally contained fourteen translations from the Chinese and a translation of the Anglo-Saxon poem "The Seafarer." Over time, these poems have been widely read and loved as both translations and original poetry. In 1916, Cathay was reprinted in the book Lustra without 'the Seafarer' and with four more Chinese poems. Cathay is greatly indebted to the notes of a Harvard-trained scholar Ernest Fenellosa, which were provided to Pound in London in 1913 by Fenellosa's widow Mary. 'In Fenellosa's...

How long is Cathay?

Cathay by Ezra Pound is 144 pages long, and a total of 36,576 words.

This makes it 49% the length of the average book. It also has 45% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Cathay Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 19 minutes to read Cathay aloud.

What Reading Level is Cathay?

Cathay 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.

Where Can I Buy Cathay?

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