How Long to Read Plays

By Nathan Taylor

How Long Does it Take to Read Plays?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 30 minutes to read Plays by Nathan Taylor

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

Description

Reading plays evokes a wide array of reactions, from trepidation to overwhelming excitement and joy. Without the guiding hand of a director or the specific interpretation of actors, however, reading a theatrical play instead of viewing a performance offers its own set of challenges. The plays included in this text-"A Midsummer Night's Dream" by William Shakespeare and "Cyrano De Bergerac" by Edmond Rostand-are intended to introduce readers to the theatrical play in an accessible, insightful, and entertaining way. An introduction and historical notes for each play help readers both understand and enjoy the material. Discussion questions follow each play to prompt critical thinking about the plot, characters, setting, themes, and other essential aspects of these works. Although this book is a companion text for the free edX.org course "College Writing 11.3x, AP(R) English Literature and Composition: Plays," offered through UC Berkeley, it is suitable for anyone who wants to learn more about some monumental theatrical plays.

How long is Plays?

Plays by Nathan Taylor is 378 pages long, and a total of 97,524 words.

This makes it 128% the length of the average book. It also has 119% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Plays Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 52 minutes to read Plays aloud.

What Reading Level is Plays?

Plays 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.