How Long to Read The Houstiliad

How Long Does it Take to Read The Houstiliad?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 34 minutes to read The Houstiliad by Michael Lieberman

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

Description

In this savage yet beautiful book length poem Michael Lieberman captures the rage of men in modern society. He reimagines the characters of Homer's Iliad, recasts them, and sets them in conflict in today's Houston. Unflinching is its descriptions of violence, The Houstiliad implicitly contrasts the rage of Homer's Achilles which was specific and focused with the free-floating rage of contemporary men. Though unsparing in its descriptions, Lieberman's portrait is leavened by lovely lyric passages, reflection, and humor. For those who care about the complicated role of men in modern society this book is revelatory without promising an easy path to redemption or honor. Achilles' wrath is where our tale begins then spools out venom and men's mortal sins. It's tempered true yet riffs on Homer's style, suffused with guile, grit, and mordant wile. * * * Men savage men in violent travails though in the end it's humor that prevails.

How long is The Houstiliad?

The Houstiliad by Michael Lieberman is 208 pages long, and a total of 53,664 words.

This makes it 70% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Houstiliad Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 53 minutes to read The Houstiliad aloud.

What Reading Level is The Houstiliad?

The Houstiliad 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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