How Long to Read Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words

How Long Does it Take to Read Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words?

It takes the average reader 12 hours and 38 minutes to read Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words by Dale F. Coye

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

Description

Shakespeare is the most influential poet and playwright of the English language. Any good edition of his works includes notes on the meanings of obscure words, names, and phrases, but no edition gives any guidance on pronunciation. Students, actors, and even Shakespearean experts rely on guesswork or must consult a specialized dictionary when confronting unusual words. This volume is an authoritative resource that allows readers to quickly find the correct pronunciation of any difficult word in Shakespeare's works. In order to determine which pronunciations are actually in use today, 100 Shakespearean scholars and dramaturges from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom were asked for their recommendations on over 300 controversial words. This survey together with research from a variety of dictionaries and linguistic studies are the authorities for the pronunciations given here. Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words is written for a general audience and not solely for experts. Readers will find the language straightforward, and pronunciations are given in a clear, simple form. Variants are listed for the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., and the listings indicate which are most frequently used within that country, which are older or traditional, and which are nonstandard. Helpful appendices, including a brief overview of pronunciation in Elizabethan England and special notes on selected words and word endings, are also included.

How long is Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words?

Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words by Dale F. Coye is 752 pages long, and a total of 189,504 words.

This makes it 254% the length of the average book. It also has 232% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 17 hours and 15 minutes to read Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words aloud.

What Reading Level is Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words?

Pronouncing Shakespeare's Words 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.

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