How Long Did It Take To Read?

**clemxens** · February 21st, 2012

For my English class, we're supposed to pick a book and write a literary analysis on it. I chose The Stand (mainly because I was starting it soon anyway) and I plan on pursuing the topic of good vs. evil.

...I'm supposed to have this read in eight days. I'm only on page 60 right now, and I have the uncut edition. I'm wondering if I should just pick a different book or try and go for it.

So, how long did it take everyone to read The Stand? I love King; he's my favorite author, but I'm not sure if I can read that much in a little over one week.

**GNTLGNT** · February 22nd, 2012

...it's doable...and the theme of "The White" VS Evil is epic...just like the read...

**Spideyman** · February 22nd, 2012

It is possible to read it in 8 days. And, as GNTLGNT stated the theme of The white Vs Evil is epic. I believe the audio version runs about 48 hours read time. Allow yourself, if possible, blocks of reading time. Try not to sacrifice speed for getting the full content. Good luck and please tell us how you do on the analysis assignment.

**unclelouie** · December 26th, 2012

Originally Posted by Spideyman

It is possible to read it in 8 days. And, as GNTLGNT stated the theme of The white Vs Evil is epic. I believe the audio version runs about 48 hours read time. Allow yourself, if possible, blocks of reading time. Try not to sacrifice speed for getting the full content. Good luck and please tell us how you do on the analysis assignment.

8 Days!

Either you are a speed-reader, or I have to be the slowest reader of the SK website. It took me 8 days to read TWTTKH. It's taken 2 weeks to read part I of The Stand, so Im guessing it might take 4-6 weeks to finish. Man, a week! I could cover lots of ground if I could read THAT fast!

**Spideyman** · December 27th, 2012

Originally Posted by unclelouie

8 Days!

Either you are a speed-reader, or I have to be the slowest reader of the SK website. It took me 8 days to read TWTTKH. It's taken 2 weeks to read part I of The Stand, so Im guessing it might take 4-6 weeks to finish. Man, a week! I could cover lots of ground if I could read THAT fast!

I'm not a speed reader and you certainly are not the slowest reader of the SK website.

A lot has to do with how much reading time you have in your life. Students first priority is their studies, so relaxed reading takes second place. Those who have small children often only have time to read at night. I know I can read longer/more in the winter months as opposed the summer when outdoor chores take up most of my time. The main idea is to read at your own pace. Enjoy the book and the experience it brings to you. Length of time to read is not important. Now go enjoy The Stand!

**unclelouie** · December 27th, 2012

Originally Posted by Spideyman

I'm not a speed reader and you certainly are not the slowest reader of the SK website.

A lot has to do with how much reading time you have in your life. Students first priority is their studies, so relaxed reading takes second place. Those who have small children often only have time to read at night. I know I can read longer/more in the winter months as opposed the summer when outdoor chores take up most of my time. The main idea is to read at your own pace. Enjoy the book and the experience it brings to you. Length of time to read is not important. Now go enjoy The Stand!

I only wish I had more reading time. By the time I get home from work, settled in, eat dinner, I only have a short time before bed. I don't have kids or attend school, so I do have *some* leisure time. Sometimes I get caught up in silly stuff, like friends and having drinks. If it were up to me, Id just read 24/7. That would literally make me a "constant reader"..

**tmac61** · February 22nd, 2012

Go for it, it's worth the time you'll spend.

**J.T. Adams** · February 22nd, 2012

A good friend of mine just read it in 6 days. Not because he's a fast reader, but because he thought it was just that good.

I think I read it in a little over two weeks the first time.

**Jojo87** · February 22nd, 2012

I've read the cut version of Stand and okay I admit I'm a lazy reader sometimes. So I think it took 3 or 4 weeks for me to read it.

**Haunted** · February 22nd, 2012

Once you really get into it, you will find yourself moving along at a quick pace. Are you allowed 8 days to read and report on it? If just 8 days to read, I would take pages in book divide by days and keep yourself to that goal for each day. You can do it!