How Long to Read The Adventures of Roderick Random

How Long Does it Take to Read The Adventures of Roderick Random?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read The Adventures of Roderick Random by Tobias Smollett

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

Description

The Adventures of Roderick Random is a picaresque novel by Tobias Smollett, first published in 1748. It is partially based on Smollett's experience as a naval-surgeon's mate in the British Navy, especially during the Battle of Cartagena de Indias in 1741.The novel is set in the 1730s and 1740s and tells the life story (in the first person) of Roderick "Rory" Random, who was born to a Scottish gentleman and a lower-class woman and is thus shunned by his father's family. His mother dies soon after giving birth and his father is driven mad with grief. Random's paternal grandfather coerces a...

How long is The Adventures of Roderick Random?

The Adventures of Roderick Random by Tobias Smollett is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Adventures of Roderick Random Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read The Adventures of Roderick Random aloud.

What Reading Level is The Adventures of Roderick Random?

The Adventures of Roderick Random 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 The Adventures of Roderick Random?

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