How Long to Read The Lewis Chessmen

How Long Does it Take to Read The Lewis Chessmen?

It takes the average reader and 49 minutes to read The Lewis Chessmen by Irving Finkel

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

Description

The Lewis Chessmen were found on the Isle of Lewis in mysterious circumstances. Consisting of elaborately worked walrus ivory and whales teeth in the form of seated kings and queens, bishops, knights, warders and pawns, this curious chess set is strongly influenced by Norse culture. Of the 93 pieces known to us today, 11 pieces are in Edinburgh at the National Museum of Scotland, and 82 are in the British Museum, where they have delighted generations of visitors with their wonderfully expressive details. In this engaging story, Irving Finkel follows the many adventures of the chessmen after...

How long is The Lewis Chessmen?

The Lewis Chessmen by Irving Finkel is 48 pages long, and a total of 12,384 words.

This makes it 16% the length of the average book. It also has 15% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Lewis Chessmen Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 1 hour and 7 minutes to read The Lewis Chessmen aloud.

What Reading Level is The Lewis Chessmen?

The Lewis Chessmen 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.

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