How Long to Read War and Peace?
by Leo Tolstoy
Tolstoy's epic novel of Russian society during the Napoleonic Wars — one of the longest novels ever written.
Reading Time
41h 8m
at avg speed
Word Count
587,287
Pages
1,225
Genre
Classic
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to read War and Peace?
At an average reading speed of 238 words per minute, War and Peace takes approximately 41 hours and 8 minutes of total reading time. Reading 30 minutes per day, you'd finish in about 83 days.
How many pages is War and Peace?
War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy is 1,225 pages.
Is War and Peace worth the time investment?
War and Peace is a classic novel with 587,287 words. Use the calculator above to see if it fits your schedule and reading goals.
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