How Long to Read The Ballad of the Sad Café

How Long Does it Take to Read The Ballad of the Sad Café?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 40 minutes to read The Ballad of the Sad Café by Carson McCullers

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

Description

A classic work that has charmed generations of readers, this collection assembles Carson McCullers's best stories, including her beloved novella "The Ballad of the Sad Café." A haunting tale of a human triangle that culminates in an astonishing brawl, the novella introduces readers to Miss Amelia, a formidable southern woman whose café serves as the town's gathering place. Among other fine works, the collection also includes "Wunderkind," McCullers's first published story written when she was only seventeen about a musical prodigy who suddenly realizes she will not go on to become a great...

How long is The Ballad of the Sad Café?

The Ballad of the Sad Café by Carson McCullers is 160 pages long, and a total of 40,000 words.

This makes it 54% the length of the average book. It also has 49% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Ballad of the Sad Café Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 38 minutes to read The Ballad of the Sad Café aloud.

What Reading Level is The Ballad of the Sad Café?

The Ballad of the Sad Café is suitable for students ages 10 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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