How Long to Read Gilgamesh among Us

How Long Does it Take to Read Gilgamesh among Us?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 15 minutes to read Gilgamesh among Us by Theodore Ziolkowski

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

Description

The world's oldest work of literature, the Epic of Gilgamesh recounts the adventures of the semimythical Sumerian king of Uruk and his ultimately futile quest for immortality after the death of his friend and companion, Enkidu, a wildman sent by the gods. Gilgamesh was deified by the Sumerians around 2500 BCE, and his tale as we know it today was codified in cuneiform tablets around 1750 BCE and continued to influence ancient cultures—whether in specific incidents like a world-consuming flood or in its quest structure—into Roman times. The epic was, however, largely forgotten, until the...

How long is Gilgamesh among Us?

Gilgamesh among Us by Theodore Ziolkowski is 248 pages long, and a total of 63,984 words.

This makes it 84% the length of the average book. It also has 78% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Gilgamesh among Us Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 49 minutes to read Gilgamesh among Us aloud.

What Reading Level is Gilgamesh among Us?

Gilgamesh among Us 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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