The Ballad of Reading Gaol

Oscar Wilde

at 250 WPM

1h 6m

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The Ballad of Reading Gaol

by Oscar Wilde

1923

O.C. Recht

66

Description

*The Ballad of Reading Gaol* is a poem by Oscar Wilde, written in exile in Berneval-le-Grand and Naples, after his release from HM Prison Reading on 19 May 1897. Wilde had been incarcerated in Reading after being convicted of gross indecency with other men in 1895 and sentenced to two years' hard labour in prison.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in The Ballad of Reading Gaol?

This edition of The Ballad of Reading Gaol has approximately 66 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.

How long does it take to read The Ballad of Reading Gaol?

For most readers, The Ballad of Reading Gaol typically takes between 1h 23m and 55m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 16,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 6m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 16,500 words

Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.

What is the word count of The Ballad of Reading Gaol?

The estimated word count for The Ballad of Reading Gaol is approximately 16,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.

This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.

Who is the author of The Ballad of Reading Gaol?

The Ballad of Reading Gaol was written by Oscar Wilde.

When was The Ballad of Reading Gaol published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 1923. The original work may have been published on a different date.