How Long to Read The Horseman on the Roof

How Long Does it Take to Read The Horseman on the Roof?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 10 minutes to read The Horseman on the Roof by Jean Giono

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

Description

Perhaps no other of his novels better reveals Giono's perfect balance between lyricism and narrative, description and characterization, the epic and the particular, than The Horseman on the Roof. This novel, which Giono began writing in 1934 and which was published in 1951, expanded and solidified his reputation as one of Europe's most important writers. This is a novel of adventure, a roman courtois, that tells the story of Angelo, a nobleman who has been forced to leave Italy because of a duel, and is returning to his homeland by way of Provence. But that region is in the grip of a cholera...

How long is The Horseman on the Roof?

The Horseman on the Roof by Jean Giono is 430 pages long, and a total of 107,500 words.

This makes it 145% the length of the average book. It also has 131% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Horseman on the Roof Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 47 minutes to read The Horseman on the Roof aloud.

What Reading Level is The Horseman on the Roof?

The Horseman on the Roof 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 Horseman on the Roof?

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