How Long to Read The Goldberg Variations

How Long Does it Take to Read The Goldberg Variations?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 20 minutes to read The Goldberg Variations by Andrew Grof

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

Description

This seamless work of lyrical intensity mimics both in tone and substance one of Bach’s grand compositions. It centers around two friends who are reunited after years of separation through an accidental meeting in New York’s Greenwich Village—a meeting which becomes the catalyst for the nearly nonstop tale of the life and death of the mother of one, a holocaust survivor recently dead of cancer in New York. In the telling of the tale, recent as well as distant events are uncompromisingly exposed and historical as well as interpersonal connections at times painfully, yet always lovingly revealed. This journey of words is not without considerable risk to both the teller and the listener who is eventually joined by his girlfriend with little or no historical perspective. “The Goldberg Variations” as played by Glenn Gould is a recurrent theme throughout the novel, as it is one of the few pieces of music comforting the mother as she nears her end. This novel is a moving portrait of the past as well as the present, and in its grand as well as small scale becomes a successful exploration of the myriad ups and downs of human relationships.

How long is The Goldberg Variations?

The Goldberg Variations by Andrew Grof is 137 pages long, and a total of 35,209 words.

This makes it 46% the length of the average book. It also has 43% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Goldberg Variations Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 12 minutes to read The Goldberg Variations aloud.

What Reading Level is The Goldberg Variations?

The Goldberg Variations 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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