How Long to Read The Sword and the Spear

How Long Does it Take to Read The Sword and the Spear?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read The Sword and the Spear by Mia Couto

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

Description

The second novel in the exhilarating Sands of the Emperor trilogy, following the Man Booker International Prize finalist Woman of the Ashes Mozambique, 1895. After an attack on his quarters, the defeated Portuguese sergeant Germano de Melo needs to be taken to the hospital. The only one within reach is along the river Inhambane, so his lover Imani undertakes an arduous rescue mission, accompanied by her father and brother. Meanwhile, war rages between the Portuguese occupiers and Ngungunyane’s warriors—battles waged with sword and spear, until the arrival of a devastating new weapon destined...

How long is The Sword and the Spear?

The Sword and the Spear by Mia Couto is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Sword and the Spear Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read The Sword and the Spear aloud.

What Reading Level is The Sword and the Spear?

The Sword and the Spear 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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