How Long to Read The Death of Tragedy

How Long Does it Take to Read The Death of Tragedy?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 19 minutes to read The Death of Tragedy by George Steiner

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

Description

An engrossing and provocative look at the decline of tragedy in modern art “All men are aware of tragedy in life. But tragedy as a form of drama is not universal.” So begins George Steiner’s adept analysis of the demise of classic tragedy as a dramatic depiction of heroism and suffering. In The Death of Tragedy, Steiner examines the uniqueness and importance of the Greek classical tragedy—from antiquity to the age of Jean Racine and William Shakespeare—as providing stark insight into the grief and joy of human existence. Then, delving into the works of John Keats, Henrik Ibsen, Samuel...

How long is The Death of Tragedy?

The Death of Tragedy by George Steiner is 368 pages long, and a total of 94,944 words.

This makes it 124% the length of the average book. It also has 116% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Death of Tragedy Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 38 minutes to read The Death of Tragedy aloud.

What Reading Level is The Death of Tragedy?

The Death of Tragedy 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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