How Long to Read East of Eden

How Long Does it Take to Read East of Eden?

It takes the average reader 10 hours and 27 minutes to read East of Eden by John Steinbeck

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

Description

A masterpiece of Biblical scope, and the magnum opus of one of America’s most enduring authors, in a commemorative hardcover edition In his journal, Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck called East of Eden "the first book," and indeed it has the primordial power and simplicity of myth. Set in the rich farmland of California's Salinas Valley, this sprawling and often brutal novel follows the intertwined destinies of two families—the Trasks and the Hamiltons—whose generations helplessly reenact the fall of Adam and Eve and the poisonous rivalry of Cain and Abel. The masterpiece of Steinbeck’s...

How long is East of Eden?

East of Eden by John Steinbeck is 608 pages long, and a total of 156,864 words.

This makes it 205% the length of the average book. It also has 192% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read East of Eden Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 14 hours and 17 minutes to read East of Eden aloud.

What Reading Level is East of Eden?

East of Eden 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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