How Long to Read English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare

How Long Does it Take to Read English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 44 minutes to read English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare by Robin Kirkpatrick

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

Description

This is the first comprehensive critical comparison of English and Italian literature from the three centuries from Dante to Shakespeare. It begins by examining Chaucer's relationship with Dante, Petrarch and Boccaccio, and then looks at similar relationships within the areas of humanist education, lyric poetry, the epic, theatrical comedy, the short story and the pastoral drama. It provides a detailed comparison of major works from both traditions including descriptive and critical readings of Italian works. It shows why English writers valued such works and demonstrates the ways in which they departed from or tried to outdo the Italian original. Assuming no prior knowledge of Italy or Italian literary history, this book introduces the student and general reader to one of the most important and fascinating phases in European literary history.

How long is English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare?

English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare by Robin Kirkpatrick is 342 pages long, and a total of 86,184 words.

This makes it 115% the length of the average book. It also has 105% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 50 minutes to read English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare aloud.

What Reading Level is English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare?

English and Italian Literature From Dante to Shakespeare 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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