It takes the average reader 2 hours and 26 minutes to read Prometheus Bound by Aeschylus
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
For readers accustomed to the relatively undramatic standard translations of Prometheus Bound, this version by James Scully, a poet and winner of the Lamont Poetry Prize, and C. John Herington, one of the world's foremost Aeschylean scholars, will come as a revelation. Scully and Herington accentuate the play's true power, drama, and relevance to modern times. Aeschylus originally wrote Prometheus Bound as part of a tragic trilogy, and this translation is unique in including the extant fragments of the companion plays.
Prometheus Bound by Aeschylus 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.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 19 minutes to read Prometheus Bound aloud.
Prometheus Bound 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.
Prometheus Bound by Aeschylus is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.
To buy Prometheus Bound by Aeschylus on Amazon click the button below.
Buy Prometheus Bound on Amazon