How Long to Read The Silmarillion

How Long Does it Take to Read The Silmarillion?

It takes the average reader 8 hours to read The Silmarillion by J.r.r. Tolkien

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

Description

Including brand-new paintings, this is a fully illustrated new edition of the forerunner to The Lord of the Rings. The Silmarillion fills in the background which lies behind the more popular work, and gives the earlier history of Middle-earth, introducing some of the key characters.

How long is The Silmarillion?

The Silmarillion by J.r.r. Tolkien is 480 pages long, and a total of 120,000 words.

This makes it 162% the length of the average book. It also has 147% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Silmarillion Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 55 minutes to read The Silmarillion aloud.

What Reading Level is The Silmarillion?

The Silmarillion 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 Silmarillion?

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