How Long to Read The Black Boxer Tales

How Long Does it Take to Read The Black Boxer Tales?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 34 minutes to read The Black Boxer Tales by H.E. Bates

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

Description

The Black Boxer Tales, first published in 1932, H. E. Bates's third collection displays a growing emphasis on plot and characterisation, while amply displaying his established skill at creating plotless atmospheric pieces. Several stories explore a sense of a new and changing world of carnivals, economic challenges and traveling performers. The title story, 'The Black Boxer' is an intricate portrait of an aging boxer told against the backdrop of the colourful social lives of carnival workers. Having beaten a fighter twenty years his junior with a foul cut below the belt, he is left 'tired and...

How long is The Black Boxer Tales?

The Black Boxer Tales by H.E. Bates is 272 pages long, and a total of 68,544 words.

This makes it 92% the length of the average book. It also has 84% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Black Boxer Tales Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 14 minutes to read The Black Boxer Tales aloud.

What Reading Level is The Black Boxer Tales?

The Black Boxer 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.

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