How Long to Read The Gutenberg Elegies

How Long Does it Take to Read The Gutenberg Elegies?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 34 minutes to read The Gutenberg Elegies by Sven Birkerts

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

Description

A reissue of the book that first examined the future of reading and literature in the electronic age, now with a new introduction and Afterword In our zeal to embrace the wonders of the electronic age, are we sacrificing our literary culture? Renowned critic Sven Birkerts believes the answer is an alarming yes. In The Gutenberg Elegies, he explores the impact of technology on the experience of reading. Drawing on his own passionate, lifelong love of books, Birkerts examines how literature intimately shapes and nourishes the inner life. What does it mean to "hear" a book on audiotape or...

How long is The Gutenberg Elegies?

The Gutenberg Elegies by Sven Birkerts is 272 pages long, and a total of 68,544 words.

This makes it 92% the length of the average book. It also has 84% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Gutenberg Elegies Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 14 minutes to read The Gutenberg Elegies aloud.

What Reading Level is The Gutenberg Elegies?

The Gutenberg Elegies 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.

Where Can I Buy The Gutenberg Elegies?

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