How Long to Read The Namesake

How Long Does it Take to Read The Namesake?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 52 minutes to read The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri

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

Description

Gogol is named after his father's favourite author. But growing up in an Indian family in suburban America, the boy starts to hate his name and itches to cast it off, along with the inherited values it represents. Gogol sets off on his own path only to discover that the search for identity depends on much more than a name.

How long is The Namesake?

The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri is 291 pages long, and a total of 73,041 words.

This makes it 98% the length of the average book. It also has 89% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Namesake Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 39 minutes to read The Namesake aloud.

What Reading Level is The Namesake?

The Namesake 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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