How Long to Read The Devil and Daniel Webster

How Long Does it Take to Read The Devil and Daniel Webster?

It takes the average reader and 20 minutes to read The Devil and Daniel Webster by Stephen Vincent Benét

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

Description

Based on real events from the life of a prominent American lawyer, Daniel Webster, this short story explores themes of patriotism, slavery, and Hell as the fictionalised Webster attempts to save a man’s soul from the Devil. First published in 1936, The Devil and Daniel Webster was written by Stephen Vincent Benét. An allegorical exploration of what it means to be American, the short story plays on real events. It utilises fictionalised versions of real people in US history to explore the country’s obsession with freedom and independence. Daniel Webster (1782–1852) was a prominent lawyer in...

How long is The Devil and Daniel Webster?

The Devil and Daniel Webster by Stephen Vincent Benét is 20 pages long, and a total of 5,000 words.

This makes it 7% the length of the average book. It also has 6% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Devil and Daniel Webster Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes and 27 minutes to read The Devil and Daniel Webster aloud.

What Reading Level is The Devil and Daniel Webster?

The Devil and Daniel Webster 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.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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