How Long to Read The Lost Origins of the Essay

How Long Does it Take to Read The Lost Origins of the Essay?

It takes the average reader 11 hours and 11 minutes to read The Lost Origins of the Essay by John D'Agata

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

Description

An expansive and exhilarating world tour of innovative nonfiction writing I think the reason we've never pinpointed the real beginning to this genre is because we've never agreed on what the genre even is. Do we read nonfiction in order to receive information, or do we read it to experience art? It's not very clear sometimes. This, then, is a book that tries to offer a clear objective: I am here in search of art. I am here to track the origins of an alternative to commerce. John D'Agata leaves no tablet unturned in his exploration of the roots of the essay. The Lost Origins of the Essay takes...

How long is The Lost Origins of the Essay?

The Lost Origins of the Essay by John D'Agata is 656 pages long, and a total of 167,936 words.

This makes it 221% the length of the average book. It also has 205% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Lost Origins of the Essay Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 15 hours and 17 minutes to read The Lost Origins of the Essay aloud.

What Reading Level is The Lost Origins of the Essay?

The Lost Origins of the Essay 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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