How Long to Read Contrivances

How Long Does it Take to Read Contrivances?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 30 minutes to read Contrivances by David Balzer

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

Description

This debut collection of stories-featuring a talk-show host and her talking hand, a women's activity group that writes to prisoners, and a poncho-making nudist-is as unique as it is compelling. Set in their own melodramatic worlds, the stories take inspiration from Old Hollywood, Gothic novels, art-world gossip, and maybe a Lifetime movie or two. Balzer's observations are as sharp as Flaubert's, and his characters are drawn with the complexity of George Saunders (and the wit of George Sanders). Beautifully illustrated throughout, Contrivances proves that tragedy is comedy when you play with...

How long is Contrivances?

Contrivances by David Balzer is 270 pages long, and a total of 67,500 words.

This makes it 91% the length of the average book. It also has 82% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Contrivances Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 8 minutes to read Contrivances aloud.

What Reading Level is Contrivances?

Contrivances 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.

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

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