How Long to Read The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s

By Gary Westfahl

How Long Does it Take to Read The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 12 minutes to read The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s by Gary Westfahl

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Description

 By examining important aspects of science fiction in the twentieth century, this book explains how the genre evolved to its current state. Close critical attention is given to topics including the art that has accompanied science fiction, the subgenres of space opera and hard science fiction, the rise of SF anthologies, and the burgeoning impact of the marketplace on authors. Included are in-depth studies of key texts that contributed to science fiction's growth, including Philip Francis Nowlan's first Buck Rogers story, the first published stories of A. E. van Vogt, and the early juveniles...

How long is The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s?

The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s by Gary Westfahl is 311 pages long, and a total of 78,061 words.

This makes it 105% the length of the average book. It also has 95% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 6 minutes to read The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s aloud.

What Reading Level is The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s?

The Rise and Fall of American Science Fiction, from the 1920s to the 1960s 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.

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