How Long to Read Literary Names

How Long Does it Take to Read Literary Names?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 3 minutes to read Literary Names by Alastair Fowler

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

Description

Why do authors use pseudonyms and pen-names, or ingeniously hide names in their work with acrostics and anagrams? How has the range of permissible given names changed and how is this reflected in literature? Why do some characters remain mysteriously nameless? In this rich and learned book, Alastair Fowler explores the use of names in literature of all periods - primarily English but also Latin, Greek, French, and Italian - casting an unusual and rewarding light on the work of literature itself. He traces the history of names through Homer, Spenser, Shakespeare, Milton, Thackeray, Dickens,...

How long is Literary Names?

Literary Names by Alastair Fowler is 296 pages long, and a total of 75,776 words.

This makes it 100% the length of the average book. It also has 93% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Literary Names Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 54 minutes to read Literary Names aloud.

What Reading Level is Literary Names?

Literary Names 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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