How Long to Read The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print

How Long Does it Take to Read The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 27 minutes to read The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print by Oscar Wilde

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

Description

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How long is The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print?

The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print by Oscar Wilde is 496 pages long, and a total of 126,976 words.

This makes it 167% the length of the average book. It also has 155% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 33 minutes to read The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print aloud.

What Reading Level is The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print?

The Picture of Dorian Gray - Classics in Large Print 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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