How Long to Read The Tales of the Heike

How Long Does it Take to Read The Tales of the Heike?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 57 minutes to read The Tales of the Heike by Burton Watson

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

Description

Originally written in the mid-thirteenth century, The Tales of the Heike chronicles the epic Genpei war, a civil conflict that marked the end of the power of the Heike clan and changed the course of Japanese history. Featuring a vivid cast of characters, the book depicts the emerging world of the medieval samurai and recounts in absorbing detail the chaos of the battlefield, the intrigue of the imperial court, and the gradual loss of courtly tradition. This new, abridged translation presents the work's most gripping episodes and includes woodblock illustrations, a glossary of characters, and an extended bibliography.

How long is The Tales of the Heike?

The Tales of the Heike by Burton Watson is 229 pages long, and a total of 59,311 words.

This makes it 77% the length of the average book. It also has 72% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Tales of the Heike Aloud?

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

What Reading Level is The Tales of the Heike?

The Tales of the Heike 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 Tales of the Heike?

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