It takes the average reader and 40 minutes to read The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert William Service
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
Originally published in 1986. Ted Harrison use his signature broad brushstrokes and unconventional choice of colour to bring this gritty narrative poem by Robert Service to life. Evoking both the spare beauty and the mournful solitude of the Yukon landscape, Harrison's paintings proved the perfect match for Service's masterpiece about a doomed prospector adrift in a harsh land. Harrison's Illustrator's Notes on each page enhanced both poem and illustrations by adding valuable historical background. Upon its original publication, many recognised the book as an innovative approach to illustrating poetry for children. For years THE CREMATION OF SAM MCGEE has stood out as a publishing landmark, losing none of its appeal both as a read-aloud and as a work of art This twentieth anniversary edition is a deluxe hardcover-- complete with a spot-varnished cover, new cover art and heavy coated stock -- of a book that remains as entrancing as a night sky alive with the vibrant glow of the Northern Lights. AGES: All ILLUSTRATIONS: Colour artwork
The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert William Service is 40 pages long, and a total of 10,000 words.
This makes it 13% the length of the average book. It also has 12% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes and 54 minutes to read The Cremation of Sam McGee aloud.
The Cremation of Sam McGee is suitable for students ages 8 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.
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