How Long to Read Legends of the Rhine

How Long Does it Take to Read Legends of the Rhine?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 54 minutes to read Legends of the Rhine by H. Guerber

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

Description

The finest collection of myths, sagas and adventures to emerge from Germanic mythology are captured in this classic work. Tracing the route of the mighty Rhine River, the reader will delve into some of the greatest legends ever to emerge from Germany in the Middle Ages, superbly retold in English by master mythological storyteller Hélène Guerber. Explore the original stories of the Sunken City, the Beggar's Curse, the Swan Knight, the Prince's Vow, the Story of Siegfried, the Devil's Wager at Cologne, the Eleven Thousand Virgins, the Magic Ring of Aix-La-Chapelle, Roland's First Adventure, Clovis's Vow, the Legend of St. Genevieve, the Last of the Templars, Barbarossa's Beard, the Altar of Bacchus, the Robber Knight, Charlemagne and Elbegast, the Devil and the Rooster, Barbarossa's Sleep, and many, many more. The reader will discover that so many traditional and well-loved tales have their origin in these Germanic myths-for example, the story of Sleeping Beauty comes from one of the Siegfried tales, as evident from this magnificent book. This is a vital work for anyone wishing to understand and appreciate high Middle Ages culture, and its impact upon German, French and English cultural expressions right to the present day. This new version has been fully reset, re-illustrated, and had its index modernized.

How long is Legends of the Rhine?

Legends of the Rhine by H. Guerber is 352 pages long, and a total of 88,704 words.

This makes it 119% the length of the average book. It also has 108% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Legends of the Rhine Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 4 minutes to read Legends of the Rhine aloud.

What Reading Level is Legends of the Rhine?

Legends of the Rhine 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 Legends of the Rhine?

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