Dune contains approximately 187,240 words across 688 pages. At an average reading speed of 238 words per minute, it would take about 13 hr 7 min to read from cover to cover.
The book is divided into 48 chapters, with an average of approximately 3,901 words per chapter.
| Book | Word Count | Pages |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Farm | 29,966 | 112 |
| Brave New World | 63,766 | 288 |
| Charlotte's Web | 31,938 | 184 |
| Diary of a Wimpy Kid | 19,784 | 217 |
| Fahrenheit 451 | 46,118 | 158 |
| Fifty Shades of Grey | 150,000 | 514 |
| Dune | 187,240 | 688 |
Dune is a substantial read at 187,240 words — well above the typical novel length. Books of this size are often considered epic works, requiring a significant time commitment but offering an immersive reading experience.
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