How Long to Read Chaucer: The Basics

How Long Does it Take to Read Chaucer: The Basics?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 55 minutes to read Chaucer: The Basics by Jacqueline Tasioulas

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

Description

Chaucer: The Basics is an accessible introduction to the works of Geoffrey Chaucer. It provides a clear critical analysis of the texts, while also providing some necessary background to key medieval ideas and the historical period in which he lived. Jacqueline Tasioulas gives a brief account of Chaucer’s life in its historical and cultural context and also introduces the reader to some of the key religious and philosophical ideas of the period. The essentials of the language and pronunciation are introduced through close reading in a section dedicated to demystifying this often alien-seeming aspect of studying Chaucer. Including a whole chapter devoted to poetry the book also discusses key works, such as: The Book of the Duchess The House of Fame The Parliament of Fowls Troilus and Criseyde The Legend of Good Women The Canterbury Tales With glosses and translations of texts, a glossary of key terms and a timeline, this book is essential reading for anyone studying Chaucer and medieval literature.

How long is Chaucer: The Basics?

Chaucer: The Basics by Jacqueline Tasioulas is 173 pages long, and a total of 43,769 words.

This makes it 58% the length of the average book. It also has 53% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Chaucer: The Basics Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 59 minutes to read Chaucer: The Basics aloud.

What Reading Level is Chaucer: The Basics?

Chaucer: The Basics 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.

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