How Long to Read The Life of George Washington

How Long Does it Take to Read The Life of George Washington?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 8 minutes to read The Life of George Washington by Washington Irving

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

Description

Author Washington Irving believed this, his monumental biography of America's first great military hero and president, to be his finest literary achievement. Indeed, it is a masterful work, a superlative life of George Washington, and stood as a definitive text long after its 1860 publication.Volume II explores the early skirmishes of the American Revolution, including the Battle of Long Island and its disastrous aftermath and the famous Christmas morning crossing of the Delaware, as well as Washington's relationship with the Marquis de Lafayette.WASHINGTON IRVING (1783-1859) was born in New York City to Scottish immigrant parents. Considered by some the "Father of American Literature," Irving is best known for his short stories, including "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle," but he also produced an extensive bibliography of essays, poems, travel books, and biographies.

How long is The Life of George Washington?

The Life of George Washington by Washington Irving is 417 pages long, and a total of 107,169 words.

This makes it 141% the length of the average book. It also has 131% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Life of George Washington Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 45 minutes to read The Life of George Washington aloud.

What Reading Level is The Life of George Washington?

The Life of George Washington 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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