How Long to Read Great Books

How Long Does it Take to Read Great Books?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 27 minutes to read Great Books by David Denby

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

Description

THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER At the age of forty-eight, writer and film critic David Denby returned to Columbia University and re-enrolled in two core courses in Western civilization to confront the literary and philosophical masterpieces -- the "great books" -- that are now at the heart of the culture wars. In Great Books, he leads us on a glorious tour, a rediscovery and celebration of such authors as Homer and Boccaccio, Locke and Nietzsche. Conrad and Woolf. The resulting personal odyssey is an engaging blend of self-discovery, cultural commentary, reporting, criticism, and autobiography -- an...

How long is Great Books?

Great Books by David Denby is 496 pages long, and a total of 126,976 words.

This makes it 167% the length of the average book. It also has 155% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Great Books Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 33 minutes to read Great Books aloud.

What Reading Level is Great Books?

Great Books 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.

Where Can I Buy Great Books?

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