How Long to Read The Sicilian Vespers

How Long Does it Take to Read The Sicilian Vespers?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 19 minutes to read The Sicilian Vespers by Steven Runciman

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

Description

On 30 March 1282, as the bells of Palermo were ringing for Vespers, the Sicilian townsfolk, crying 'Death to the French', slaughtered the garrison and administration of their Angevin King. Seen in historical perspective it was not an especially big massacre: the revolt of the long-subjugated Sicilians might seem just another resistance movement. But the events of 1282 came at a crucial moment. Steven Runciman takes the Vespers as the climax of a great narrative sweep covering the whole of the Mediterranean in the thirteenth century. His sustained narrative power is displayed here with concentrated brilliance in the rise and fall of this fascinating episode. This is also an excellent guide to the historical background to Dante's Divine Comedy, forming almost a Who's Who of the political figures in it, and providing insight into their placement in Hell, Paradise or Purgatory.

How long is The Sicilian Vespers?

The Sicilian Vespers by Steven Runciman is 368 pages long, and a total of 94,944 words.

This makes it 124% the length of the average book. It also has 116% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Sicilian Vespers Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 38 minutes to read The Sicilian Vespers aloud.

What Reading Level is The Sicilian Vespers?

The Sicilian Vespers 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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