How Long to Read Long Train Passing

How Long Does it Take to Read Long Train Passing?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 7 minutes to read Long Train Passing by Steven Wise

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

Description

Wise's "Long Train Passing" is about a love affair between two handicapped people, a schoolteacher and a grave digger, drawn together because both wish to befriend a youngster named Jewel. Jewel shows the potential to be a fine scholar but is cursed witha brutal, alcoholic father--the owner of a local pool hall and bar called the Kingdom. The long train that passes is one grave digger's metaphor for life, as he has seen it go by. This is a likable, well-written, but not always credible story, thanks to Wise's sentimental flourishes; still, his evocation of wartime in a small Missouri town...

How long is Long Train Passing?

Long Train Passing by Steven Wise is 244 pages long, and a total of 61,976 words.

This makes it 82% the length of the average book. It also has 76% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Long Train Passing Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 38 minutes to read Long Train Passing aloud.

What Reading Level is Long Train Passing?

Long Train Passing 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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