How Long to Read George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads

How Long Does it Take to Read George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 5 minutes to read George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads by Gerald Kahan

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

Description

In this carefully researched work, Gerald Kahan traces the genesis, development, and production history of a delightful and important eighteenth-century theatre piece, The Lecture on Heads. The Lecture was first presented in London in 1764 and became a staple in the English-speaking theaters of the world for the remainder of the eighteenth century. It amassed a fortune for its creator, George Alexander Stevens, was copied and adapted by dozens of performers, and went through forty published editions, authentic and spurious. Kahan studies the theatrical and cultural backgrounds that influenced the contents, development, and popularity of the Lecture. His exhaustive research has produced the most comprehensive and accurate published account of Stevens's life and career as well as a bibliography of his works. In addition, readers will find one of the earliest printed texts of the Lecture and a scholarly chronological listing of hundreds of its performances and many of its variations, including information on dates, cities, theaters, actors, ticket prices, and critical reviews.

How long is George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads?

George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads by Gerald Kahan is 238 pages long, and a total of 61,404 words.

This makes it 80% the length of the average book. It also has 75% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 35 minutes to read George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads aloud.

What Reading Level is George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads?

George Alexander Stevens and the Lecture on Heads 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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