How Long to Read Homer and the Poetics of Hades
By George Alexander Gazis
How Long Does it Take to Read Homer and the Poetics of Hades?
It takes the average reader 4 hours and 32 minutes to read Homer and the Poetics of Hades by George Alexander Gazis
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
Description
This book examines Homer's use of Hades as a poetic resource. By portraying Hades as a realm where vision is not possible, Homer creates a unique poetic environment where social constraints and divine prohibitions are not applicable. The resulting narrative emulates that of the Muses but is markedly distinct from it, as in Hades experimentation with and alteration of epic forms and values can be pursued, giving rise to a 'poetics of Hades'. In the Iliad, Homer shows how this alternative poetics works through the visit of Patroclus' shade in Achilles' dream. The recollection offered by the...
How long is Homer and the Poetics of Hades?
Homer and the Poetics of Hades by George Alexander Gazis is 266 pages long, and a total of 68,096 words.
This makes it 90% the length of the average book. It also has 83% more words than the average book.
How Long Does it Take to Read Homer and the Poetics of Hades Aloud?
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 12 minutes to read Homer and the Poetics of Hades aloud.
What Reading Level is Homer and the Poetics of Hades?
Homer and the Poetics of Hades 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.
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