How Long to Read Shakespeare

By David Bevington

How Long Does it Take to Read Shakespeare?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 40 minutes to read Shakespeare by David Bevington

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

Description

The extended second edition of this inspiring introduction to Shakespeare offers readers more insights into what makes Shakespeare great, and why we still read and perform his works. A highly innovative introduction to the extraordinary phenomenon of Shakespeare Explores Shakespeares works through the "Seven Ages of Man", from childhood to "second childishness and mere oblivion" Now includes more material on fathers and sons, the perils of courtship, the circumstances of Shakespeares own life, the performance history of his plays on stage and on screen, and more A new final chapter on...

How long is Shakespeare?

Shakespeare by David Bevington is 280 pages long, and a total of 70,000 words.

This makes it 94% the length of the average book. It also has 86% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Shakespeare Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 22 minutes to read Shakespeare aloud.

What Reading Level is Shakespeare?

Shakespeare 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 Shakespeare?

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