How Long to Read The Story of Opera

How Long Does it Take to Read The Story of Opera?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 41 minutes to read The Story of Opera by James Parakilas

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

Description

"The Story of Opera explores the centuries-old tradition of opera through the stories it tells -- from ancient myths and medieval quest legends to tales of predatory nobles and young lovers, the struggles of the poor, interractial relationships, and ordinary people caught up in great events. The stories reflect human issues that were important to audiences at the time and, through the emotional power of music, still resonate today. Offstage as well as on, each aspect of the operatic experience...has its own fascinating story, told here and illustrated in a stunning four-color design. Two...

How long is The Story of Opera?

The Story of Opera by James Parakilas is 507 pages long, and a total of 130,299 words.

This makes it 171% the length of the average book. It also has 159% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Story of Opera Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 52 minutes to read The Story of Opera aloud.

What Reading Level is The Story of Opera?

The Story of Opera 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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