How Long to Read Elements of Style

How Long Does it Take to Read Elements of Style?

It takes the average reader and 44 minutes to read Elements of Style by William Strunk

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

Description

The Elements of Style (1918), by William Strunk, Jr., and E.B. White, is an American English writing style guide. It is the best-known, most influential prescriptive treatment of English grammar and usage, and often is required reading and usage in U.S. high school and university composition classes. This edition of The Elements of Style details eight elementary rules of usage, ten elementary principles of composition, "a few matters of form," and a list of commonly misused words and expressions.

How long is Elements of Style?

Elements of Style by William Strunk is 44 pages long, and a total of 11,176 words.

This makes it 15% the length of the average book. It also has 14% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Elements of Style Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 1 hour and 1 minute to read Elements of Style aloud.

What Reading Level is Elements of Style?

Elements of Style is suitable for students ages 8 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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