How Long to Read Poetry

How Long Does it Take to Read Poetry?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 26 minutes to read Poetry by Bernard O'Donoghue

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

Description

Poetry, arguably, has a greater range of conceptual meaning than perhaps any other term in English. At the most basic level everyone can recognize it--it is a kind of literature that uses special linguistic devices of organization and expression for aesthetic effect. However, far grander claims have been made for poetry than this -- such as Shelley's that the poets "are the unacknowledged legislators of the world," and that poetry is "a higher truth." In this Very Short Introduction Bernard O'Donoghue provides a fascinating look at the many different forms of writing which have been called...

How long is Poetry?

Poetry by Bernard O'Donoghue is 144 pages long, and a total of 36,576 words.

This makes it 49% the length of the average book. It also has 45% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Poetry Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 19 minutes to read Poetry aloud.

What Reading Level is Poetry?

Poetry 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 Poetry?

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