How Long to Read Fair Stood the Wind to France

How Long Does it Take to Read Fair Stood the Wind to France?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 42 minutes to read Fair Stood the Wind to France by H. E. Bates

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

Description

Fair Stood the Wind for France, first published in 1944, is author H. E. Bates' fictional account of a downed English bomber-pilot and his crew over occupied France during World War II. The men are taken in by a French family who hide them in their home. However, the pilot, injured during the plane's landing, must remain in France to heal, while his crew begin their journey back to friendly territory. The pilot falls in love with the home-owner's daughter, their relationship grows and eventually they travel together across France, seeking a way back to England. Fair Stood the Wind for France rises above the average romance, however. Set against the horrors of war, it takes on a life-affirming force, enhanced by the simple, yet elegant prose of the author. Bates also excels at evoking a sense of place; much of the story occurs over the course of a hot summer in rural France, and there are many beautiful descriptions of the French countryside as it bakes in the summer heat. In 1980, the book was the subject of a 4-part television mini-series by the BBC.

How long is Fair Stood the Wind to France?

Fair Stood the Wind to France by H. E. Bates is 395 pages long, and a total of 100,725 words.

This makes it 133% the length of the average book. It also has 123% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Fair Stood the Wind to France Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 10 minutes to read Fair Stood the Wind to France aloud.

What Reading Level is Fair Stood the Wind to France?

Fair Stood the Wind to France 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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