How Long to Read Poetical Works

How Long Does it Take to Read Poetical Works?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 35 minutes to read Poetical Works by James Thomson

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

Description

James Thomson (1700-1748) was a Scottish poet and playwright. He possibly attended the parish school of Southdean before going to the grammar school in Jedburgh in 1712. He entered the College of Edinburgh in autumn 1715, destined for the Presbyterian ministry. At Edinburgh he studied metaphysics, Logic, Ethics, Greek, Latin and Natural Philosophy. He completed his arts course in 1719 but chose not to graduate, instead entering Divinity Hall to become a minister. In 1726 Winter, the first poem of The Seasons was first published. By 1727 Thomson was working on Summer and in 1728 published Spring and finally Autumn in 1730 when the set of four was published together as The Seasons. During this period he also wrote other poems, such as A Poem to the Memory of Sir Isaac Newton, and his first play, The Tragedy of Sophonisba (1729). His other works include: Liberty (1735-1736), Agamemnon (1738), Edward and Eleanora (1739), Tancred and Sigismunda (1745), The Castle of Indolence (1748), and Coriolanus (1749).

How long is Poetical Works?

Poetical Works by James Thomson is 392 pages long, and a total of 98,784 words.

This makes it 132% the length of the average book. It also has 121% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Poetical Works Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 59 minutes to read Poetical Works aloud.

What Reading Level is Poetical Works?

Poetical Works 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 Poetical Works?

Poetical Works by James Thomson is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy Poetical Works by James Thomson on Amazon click the button below.