How Long to Read The Governess

How Long Does it Take to Read The Governess?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 3 minutes to read The Governess by Sarah Fielding

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

Description

Published in 1749, the story of Mrs. Teachum and the nine pupils who make up her “little female academy” is widely recognized as the first full-length novel for children, and the first to be aimed specifically at girls. The daily experiences of Mrs. Teachum’s charges are interwoven with fables and fairy tales illustrating the book’s underlying principles, which draw on contemporary theories of education and virtue. As central to the history of the novel as it is to the development of children’s literature, The Governess is a pioneering work by one of the eighteenth century’s most respected...

How long is The Governess?

The Governess by Sarah Fielding is 242 pages long, and a total of 60,984 words.

This makes it 82% the length of the average book. It also has 75% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Governess Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 33 minutes to read The Governess aloud.

What Reading Level is The Governess?

The Governess 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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