How Long to Read Shakespeare in Parts

By Simon Palfrey

How Long Does it Take to Read Shakespeare in Parts?

It takes the average reader 9 hours and 20 minutes to read Shakespeare in Parts by Simon Palfrey

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

Description

A truly groundbreaking collaboration of original theatre history with exciting literary criticism, Shakespeare in Parts is the first book fully to explore the original form in which Shakespeare's drama overwhelmingly circulated. This was not the full play-text; it was not the public performance. It was the actor's part, consisting of the bare cues and speeches of each individual role. With group rehearsals rare or non-existent, the cued part alone had to furnish the actor with his character. But each such part-text was riddled with gaps and uncertainties. The actor knew what he was going to...

How long is Shakespeare in Parts?

Shakespeare in Parts by Simon Palfrey is 560 pages long, and a total of 140,000 words.

This makes it 189% the length of the average book. It also has 171% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Shakespeare in Parts Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 45 minutes to read Shakespeare in Parts aloud.

What Reading Level is Shakespeare in Parts?

Shakespeare in Parts 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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