How Long to Read The First Quarto of King Lear

How Long Does it Take to Read The First Quarto of King Lear?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 40 minutes to read The First Quarto of King Lear by William Shakespeare

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

Description

This edition of Shakespeare's King Lear is based on the first (1608) quarto and represents a significantly different version from that published in the folio of 1623, which forms the basis of the standard New Cambridge Shakespeare edition. Each has numerous unique passages and hundreds of variant readings, creating differences that affect the structure, characterization and overall impact of the play. This volume contains a substantial introduction, the text of the first quarto, a collation of variant readings and an appendix of passages unique to the Folio.

How long is The First Quarto of King Lear?

The First Quarto of King Lear by William Shakespeare is 160 pages long, and a total of 40,000 words.

This makes it 54% the length of the average book. It also has 49% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The First Quarto of King Lear Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 38 minutes to read The First Quarto of King Lear aloud.

What Reading Level is The First Quarto of King Lear?

The First Quarto of King Lear 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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