How Long to Read Tales of the Dervishes

How Long Does it Take to Read Tales of the Dervishes?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 47 minutes to read Tales of the Dervishes by Idries Shah

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

Description

Dervish tales are more than fable, legend, or folklore. For centuries dervish masters have instructed their disciples by means of these teaching stories, which are said to increase perception and knowledge and provide a better understanding of man and the world. In wit, construction, and piquancy, they compare with the finest tales of any culture. Idries Shah spent many years traveling through three continents to collect and compare oral versions of these remarkable stories. This anthology, presented in the dervish manner, contains stories drawn from the repertories of dervish masters over a...

How long is Tales of the Dervishes?

Tales of the Dervishes by Idries Shah is 224 pages long, and a total of 56,896 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 70% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Tales of the Dervishes Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 10 minutes to read Tales of the Dervishes aloud.

What Reading Level is Tales of the Dervishes?

Tales of the Dervishes 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 of the Dervishes?

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