How Long to Read Opening the Box of Delights

How Long Does it Take to Read Opening the Box of Delights?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 12 minutes to read Opening the Box of Delights by Philip W. Errington

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

Description

John Masefield's fantasy novel The Box of Delights is an enduring Christmas classic. It has a unique place in children's literature and continues to inspire and engage modern readers with its timeless adventure of ancient magic, good vanquishing evil, and Christmas miracles. For many, watching the 1984 BBC TV adaptation is a Christmas tradition and 'The Box of Delights Appreciation Society' has over 2,000 members on Facebook! This visual celebration of The Box of Delights is written by a world expert on the text and showcases fascinating illustrations, photographs, letters, manuscripts and designs from Masefield's life and across all of the story's many manifestations - through the different editions of the book (whose illustrators included Quentin Blake), and adaptations on television, radio and stage. With a foreword by award-winning children's author Piers Torday.

How long is Opening the Box of Delights?

Opening the Box of Delights by Philip W. Errington is 128 pages long, and a total of 33,024 words.

This makes it 43% the length of the average book. It also has 40% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Opening the Box of Delights Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours to read Opening the Box of Delights aloud.

What Reading Level is Opening the Box of Delights?

Opening the Box of Delights is suitable for students ages 10 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 Opening the Box of Delights?

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