How Long to Read Lee

How Long Does it Take to Read Lee?

It takes the average reader 11 hours and 11 minutes to read Lee by Douglas Southall Freeman

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

Description

Douglas Southall Freeman’s Pulitzer Prize–winning biography of Robert E. Lee was greeted with critical acclaim when it was first published in 1935. Stephen Vincent Benét said “There is a monument—and a fine one—to Robert E. Lee at Lexington. But this one, I think, will last as long.” This reissue of Richard Harwell’s abridgment fulfills Benét’s prophecy, chronicling all the major aspects and highlights of the general’s military career, from his stunning accomplishments in the Mexican War to the humbling surrender at Appomattox. More than just a military leader, Lee embodied all the conflicts...

How long is Lee?

Lee by Douglas Southall Freeman is 656 pages long, and a total of 167,936 words.

This makes it 221% the length of the average book. It also has 205% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Lee Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 15 hours and 17 minutes to read Lee aloud.

What Reading Level is Lee?

Lee 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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