How Long to Read The Persian Boy

How Long Does it Take to Read The Persian Boy?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 14 minutes to read The Persian Boy by Mary Renault

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

Description

A New York Times–bestselling novel of the ancient king of Macedon and his lover by the author Hilary Mantel calls “a shining light.” The Persian Boy centers on the most tempestuous years of Alexander the Great’s life, as seen through the eyes of his lover and most faithful attendant, Bagoas. When Bagoas is very young, his father is murdered and he is sold as a slave to King Darius of Persia. Then, when Alexander conquers the land, he is given Bagoas as a gift, and the boy is besotted. This passion comes at a time when much is at stake—Alexander has two wives, conflicts are ablaze, and plots...

How long is The Persian Boy?

The Persian Boy by Mary Renault is 419 pages long, and a total of 108,521 words.

This makes it 141% the length of the average book. It also has 133% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Persian Boy Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 53 minutes to read The Persian Boy aloud.

What Reading Level is The Persian Boy?

The Persian Boy 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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