How Long to Read The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 13 minutes to read The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories by Gertrud Von Le Fort

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

Description

These three novellas from the acclaimed German writer Gertrud von le Fort, newly translated for the first time into English for this volume, are from her later works of historical fiction, in which she displays her mastery as a dramatist of ideas. The Wife of Pilate imagines the slow, arduous transformation of an aristocratic woman, who is mentioned in the New Testament, from a pagan into a Christian saint, as she is now honored in the Byzantine Church. Plus Ultra takes us into the high politics of early 16th century Europe, and into the soul of a lonely young lady at court who knows she has attracted the intoxicating but dangerous attention of the Emperor Charles V himself. At the Gate of Heaven takes the clash between astronomical discoveries and the Roman Inquisition trial of Galileo as the backdrop for harrowing reflections about manಙs place in the cosmos. In these novellas von le Fort vividly recreates scenes from distant places in bygone eras. Even more memorable are her lyrical portrayals of conflicts in the souls and minds of powerful people. These are thought-provoking stories by a keen observer of humanity.

How long is The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories?

The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories by Gertrud Von Le Fort is 129 pages long, and a total of 33,411 words.

This makes it 44% the length of the average book. It also has 41% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 2 minutes to read The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories aloud.

What Reading Level is The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories?

The Wife of Pilate and Other Stories is suitable for students ages 10 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.

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