How Long to Read Henry James and the Second Empire

How Long Does it Take to Read Henry James and the Second Empire?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 33 minutes to read Henry James and the Second Empire by Angus James Wrenn

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

Description

"Three years spent in France, during the 'Second Empire' of Napoleon III, gave Henry James an early mastery of the French language and its literature. When he settled in Europe, as an adult, it was not in Britain but, briefly yet crucially, in Paris. This study identifies the 'missing link' in the history of James's literary engagement with France, between Balzac, revered throughout his career, and later French writers. It was Second Empire writers who spurred James's own contribution to the novel. While realism courted official displeasure, culminating in the prosecution of Flaubert's Madame Bovary, and closure of the radical Revue de Paris which serialized it, the conservative Revue des Deux Mondes (to which James subscribed) enjoyed imperial approval. James remained indebted to the authors published in its pages - Edmond About, Victor Cherbuliez, and Octave Feuillet - to his close friend Paul Bourget, and to the era's greatest playwright, Alexandre Dumas fils." --Book Jacket.

How long is Henry James and the Second Empire?

Henry James and the Second Empire by Angus James Wrenn is 212 pages long, and a total of 53,424 words.

This makes it 72% the length of the average book. It also has 65% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Henry James and the Second Empire Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 51 minutes to read Henry James and the Second Empire aloud.

What Reading Level is Henry James and the Second Empire?

Henry James and the Second Empire 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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