How Long to Read Epic of Gilgamesh

How Long Does it Take to Read Epic of Gilgamesh?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 14 minutes to read Epic of Gilgamesh by Morris Jastrow

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

Description

The Epic of Gilgamesh is an epic poem from ancient Mesopotamia. Dating from the Third Dynasty of Ur (circa 2100 BC), it is often regarded as the first great work of literature. The literary history of Gilgamesh begins with five Sumerian poems about 'Bilgamesh' (Sumerian for 'Gilgamesh'), king of Uruk. These independent stories were later used as source material for a combined epic. The story introduces Gilgamesh, king of Uruk. Gilgamesh, two-thirds god and one-third man, is oppressing his people, who cry out to the gods for help. For the young women of Uruk this oppression takes the form of a droit du seigneur - or "lord's right" to sleep with brides on their wedding night. For the young men (the tablet is damaged at this point) it is conjectured that Gilgamesh exhausts them through games, tests of strength, or perhaps forced labour on building projects...

How long is Epic of Gilgamesh?

Epic of Gilgamesh by Morris Jastrow is 188 pages long, and a total of 48,504 words.

This makes it 63% the length of the average book. It also has 59% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Epic of Gilgamesh Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 25 minutes to read Epic of Gilgamesh aloud.

What Reading Level is Epic of Gilgamesh?

Epic of Gilgamesh 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.

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

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