How Long to Read The Summer of '39

How Long Does it Take to Read The Summer of '39?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 23 minutes to read The Summer of '39 by Miranda Seymour

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

Description

Nancy Brewster, a recluse living on the New England shore, reflects on the baleful events that have cruelly shaped her life. Writing her memoirs -- largely to exorcise the "insanity" that for years kept her locked in a sanitarium -- Nancy's thoughts linger most deeply on her encounter with Isabel March, an enigmatic poet and practiced husband-stealer. Soon Nancy's wistful, seemingly random memories carry us to a climax as startling and monstrous as any in contemporary fiction. The Summer of '39 was inspired by the events -- as recorded in the author's biography of Robert Graves -- which...

How long is The Summer of '39?

The Summer of '39 by Miranda Seymour is 316 pages long, and a total of 80,896 words.

This makes it 107% the length of the average book. It also has 99% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Summer of '39 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 22 minutes to read The Summer of '39 aloud.

What Reading Level is The Summer of '39?

The Summer of '39 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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