How Long to Read The Death and Afterlife of Achilles

How Long Does it Take to Read The Death and Afterlife of Achilles?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 34 minutes to read The Death and Afterlife of Achilles by Jonathan S. Burgess

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

Description

Achilles' death -- by an arrow shot through the vulnerable heel of the otherwise invincible mythic hero -- was as well known in antiquity as the rest of the history of the Trojan War. However, this important event was not described directly in either of the great Homeric epics, the Iliad or the Odyssey. Noted classics scholar Jonathan S. Burgess traces the story of Achilles as represented in other ancient sources in order to offer a deeper understanding of the death and afterlife of the celebrated Greek warrior. Through close readings of additional literary sources and analysis of ancient...

How long is The Death and Afterlife of Achilles?

The Death and Afterlife of Achilles by Jonathan S. Burgess is 208 pages long, and a total of 53,664 words.

This makes it 70% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Death and Afterlife of Achilles Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 53 minutes to read The Death and Afterlife of Achilles aloud.

What Reading Level is The Death and Afterlife of Achilles?

The Death and Afterlife of Achilles 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.

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