How Long to Read The Alexiad

How Long Does it Take to Read The Alexiad?

It takes the average reader 7 hours to read The Alexiad by Anna Comnena

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

Description

The Alexiad, a compelling, dramatic account of the Emperor Alexios of the Byzantine Empire (about 1050-1118), was written by Alexios' highly educated and articulate daughter, Anna Komnene. A princess raised in the royal court, Komnene (latinized as Comnena) is generally regarded as the first woman historian. She wrote the book from a convent during the last years of her life. This epic book covers the First Crusade, daily life at the court, internal plots and intrigues, wars and invasions, and religious heresies--all from the perspective of one who was there. It is the only primary source of the First Crusade from the Byzantine point of view. The translation from Greek to English by Elizabeth A. S. Dawes has been praised both for its readability and its accuracy.

How long is The Alexiad?

The Alexiad by Anna Comnena is 414 pages long, and a total of 105,156 words.

This makes it 140% the length of the average book. It also has 129% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Alexiad Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 34 minutes to read The Alexiad aloud.

What Reading Level is The Alexiad?

The Alexiad 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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