How Long to Read The Pit

How Long Does it Take to Read The Pit?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 39 minutes to read The Pit by Alexander Kuprin

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

Description

Alexander Kuprin prefaced his novel "The Pit" about the lives of early 20th century Russian prostitutes as follows, "I know many people will find this novel amoral and inappropriate, but nevertheless I dedicated it from the bottom of my heart to mothers and young people." Indeed, the novel's publication was followed by an explosion of outrage. The "good" society accused Kuprin of slander and forever exiled him from its sitting rooms, charity auctions, and holiday balls. Progressive intellecutals winced and shuddered, but could not help admitting Kuprin had a point. As with the works of...

How long is The Pit?

The Pit by Alexander Kuprin is 334 pages long, and a total of 84,836 words.

This makes it 113% the length of the average book. It also has 104% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Pit Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 43 minutes to read The Pit aloud.

What Reading Level is The Pit?

The Pit 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 Pit?

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