How Long to Read The Epic of Gilgamesh

How Long Does it Take to Read The Epic of Gilgamesh?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 20 minutes to read The Epic of Gilgamesh by Stephen Langdon

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

Description

An ancient Mesopotamian epic poem of adventure and the search for eternal life. The oldest surviving literary work in the world, The Epic of Gilgamesh details the journey of Gilgamesh, King of Uruk, and his companion Enkidu as they search for the secret to immortality . . . Dating back to the third millennium BC, this epic poem influenced religion as well as the tradition of heroic sagas like the Homeric epics. Some even regard Gilgamesh as the prototype for Hercules.

How long is The Epic of Gilgamesh?

The Epic of Gilgamesh by Stephen Langdon is 78 pages long, and a total of 20,124 words.

This makes it 26% the length of the average book. It also has 25% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Epic of Gilgamesh Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 1 hour and 49 minutes to read The Epic of Gilgamesh aloud.

What Reading Level is The Epic of Gilgamesh?

The Epic of Gilgamesh is suitable for students ages 10 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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