How Long to Read The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars

How Long Does it Take to Read The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 35 minutes to read The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars by Maurice DeKobra

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

Description

One of the biggest bestsellers of all time, and one of the first and most influential spy novels of the twentieth century, is back in print for the first time since 1948 Alan Furst fans will note that train passengers in his bestselling thrillers are often observed reading The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars. It’s a smart detail: First published in 1927, the book was one of the twentieth century’s first massive bestsellers, selling over 15 million copies worldwide. It’s the story of two tremendously charming characters who embark on a glamorous adventure on the Orient Express—and find themselves on a thrilling ride across Europe and into the just-barely unveiled territories of psychoanalysis and revolutionary socialism. Gerard Seliman—technically, a Prince—is so discouraged by the demise of his marriage that he flees to London to become the personal assistant of a glamorous member of the British peerage, Lady Diana Wyndham. But he soon finds himself involved in a wild scheme by Lady Diana to save herself from looming financial ruin while simultaneously fending off rich lotharios. At the center of it all: a plan to rescue her rights to a Russian oil field now under the control of revolutionaries who don’t like capitalists. The book that set the standard for intellectual thrillers of political and social intrigue, The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars, with its jetsetting and witty protagonists, is still as fresh a page-turner as ever—and as fun.

How long is The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars?

The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars by Maurice DeKobra is 213 pages long, and a total of 53,889 words.

This makes it 72% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 54 minutes to read The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars aloud.

What Reading Level is The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars?

The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars 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.

Where Can I Buy The Madonna of the Sleeping Cars?

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