How Long to Read Tales

How Long Does it Take to Read Tales?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 53 minutes to read Tales by H. C. Andersen

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

Description

Although a prolific writer of plays, travelogues, novels, and poems, Hans Christian Andersen or H. C. Andersenis best remembered for his fairy tales. Andersen's popularity is not limited to children; his stories, called eventyr in Danish, express themes that transcend age and nationality. His fairy tales, which have been translated into more than 125 languages, have become culturally embedded in the West's collective consciousness, readily accessible to children, but presenting lessons of virtue and resilience in the face of adversity for mature readers as well. Some of his most famous fairy tales include "The Emperor's New Clothes", "The Little Mermaid", "The Nightingale", "The Snow Queen", "The Ugly Duckling", "Thumbelina", and many more. His stories have inspired ballets, both animated and live-action films, and plays.

How long is Tales?

Tales by H. C. Andersen is 531 pages long, and a total of 133,281 words.

This makes it 179% the length of the average book. It also has 163% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Tales Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 8 minutes to read Tales aloud.

What Reading Level is Tales?

Tales 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 Tales?

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