How Long to Read The Island of Doctor Moreau

How Long Does it Take to Read The Island of Doctor Moreau?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 17 minutes to read The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells

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

Description

Celebrate the march of progress with this timeless sci-fi classic penned by a Victorian master. "The Island of Doctor Moreau" (1896) depicts a castaway’s adventures on a hellish island. The mad scientist Moreau has created abominable human-like creatures through a series of inhumane experiments. This blasphemy soon spells his end. Praising the wonders and limitless possibilities of science and the imagination, Wells’ novel is a joyride in madness and horror. It is also filled with social and philosophical criticism of evolution, creation and the problematic relationship between man and nature. In many ways it is even more relevant today than on the day of its initial release. This novel is recommended reading to all fans of classic science fiction literature. This classic has been adapted countless times for virtually every medium, including a 1996 film starring Marlon Brando and Val Kilmer. H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was an English writer, remembered mostly for his science fiction works. Often described as a futurist, H. G. Wells’s influence cannot be neglected for his works foresaw many technological innovations such as space travel, the atomic bomb, and the Internet. Four times Nobel Prize in Literature nominee, Wells explored a wide array of themes in his works, occupying one of the central seats in the canon of British literature. Some of his best works include the time-travel novel "The Time Machine", the sci-fi adventure novel "The Island of Dr. Moreau", the mankind-versus-aliens novel "The War of the Worlds" and more than seventy short stories.

How long is The Island of Doctor Moreau?

The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells is 76 pages long, and a total of 19,456 words.

This makes it 26% the length of the average book. It also has 24% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Island of Doctor Moreau Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 1 hour and 46 minutes to read The Island of Doctor Moreau aloud.

What Reading Level is The Island of Doctor Moreau?

The Island of Doctor Moreau is suitable for students ages 8 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 Island of Doctor Moreau?

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