How Long to Read War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried

How Long Does it Take to Read War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 47 minutes to read War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried by Gary Wiener

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

Description

This did not happen is a common refrain throughout the stories in The Things They Carried. Tim O'Brien's account of the Vietnam War purposely blurs the line between fact and fiction to get closer to the truth of what soldiers actually experienced. This compelling volume explores the life of Tim O'Brien and his attempts to wrestle with the trauma and shame of war in The Things They Carried. A collection of related essays explore topics such as the moral complexity of war, writing as a path to spiritual redemption, and the novel's portrayal of gender. Contemporary perspectives on war, such as the need to help soldiers suffering from PTSD and not repeating the mistakes of Vietnam, are also presented.

How long is War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried?

War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried by Gary Wiener is 224 pages long, and a total of 56,896 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 70% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 10 minutes to read War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried aloud.

What Reading Level is War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried?

War in Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried 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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