How Long to Read The Rose and the Peony

How Long Does it Take to Read The Rose and the Peony?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 57 minutes to read The Rose and the Peony by Leonard H. D. Gordon

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

Description

This sensitive romance inspired on a true life story centers on two people who differ in age, ethnicity, religion, and economic background but share common interests. Despite their dissimilar lives, they overcome many obstacles that threaten their growing relationship such as family objections to their marriage and frequent disruptions to their plans. A former love of Kathy and Paul’s infatuation with a student, test their growing love for each other. As a result, the theme of love and marriage permeates throughout the story. The protagonists, Kathy and Paul, gradually mature together, but disruptions in their lives tighten their resolve to succeed and accomplish their cherished objectives. Paul eventually becomes an Historian, publishing extensively in his field of Chinese diplomatic history. Kathy, fascinated by Political Science and International Relations, becomes a successful, controversial politician. Importantly, their common interest in literature leads both to develop a mystical desire for Paul to write a novel. After frequent delays and interruptions, Paul does write the novel—it is this novel—a story within a story!

How long is The Rose and the Peony?

The Rose and the Peony by Leonard H. D. Gordon is 234 pages long, and a total of 59,436 words.

This makes it 79% the length of the average book. It also has 73% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Rose and the Peony Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 24 minutes to read The Rose and the Peony aloud.

What Reading Level is The Rose and the Peony?

The Rose and the Peony 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 Rose and the Peony?

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