How Long to Read The Great Gatsby?
by F. Scott Fitzgerald
The quintessential American novel about wealth, love, and the American Dream in the Jazz Age.
Reading Time
3h 18m
at avg speed
Word Count
47,094
Pages
180
Genre
Classic
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to read The Great Gatsby?
At an average reading speed of 238 words per minute, The Great Gatsby takes approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes of total reading time. Reading 30 minutes per day, you'd finish in about 7 days.
How many pages is The Great Gatsby?
The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald is 180 pages.
Is The Great Gatsby worth the time investment?
The Great Gatsby is a classic novel with 47,094 words. Use the calculator above to see if it fits your schedule and reading goals.
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