How Long to Read Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle

How Long Does it Take to Read Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 32 minutes to read Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle by Charlotte Smith

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

Description

In an exploration of the societal limitations for women regarding marriage and property in the eighteenth century, this gothic masterpiece is an early work of feminist fiction. Emmeline is orphaned and raised in a grand castle in the English countryside by her uncle, Lord Montreville. The legitimacy of Emmeline's birth cannot be proven and so she has no property to inherit and no social standing with which to find herself a husband and security. As she navigates the treacherous landscape of eighteenth-century England, she must unravel the secrets of her birth in a time of societal upheaval. This volume is part of the Mothers of the Macabre series, celebrating the gothic horror masterpieces of pioneering women writers who played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the genre. First published in 1788, this classic work of gothic fiction was Charlotte Smith's first novel. Against the backdrop of grand castles and lush landscapes, the volume delves into the complexities of class, gender, and the plight of the marginalised.

How long is Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle?

Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle by Charlotte Smith is 451 pages long, and a total of 113,201 words.

This makes it 152% the length of the average book. It also has 138% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 18 minutes to read Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle aloud.

What Reading Level is Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle?

Charlotte Smith's Emmeline, or, The Orphan of the Castle 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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