Louise Glück Reading Planner
Estimate the time needed to savor Louise Glück’s poems, from total lines to weekly reading sessions.
Total poems: 165
Total lines: 4,620
Minutes per poem: 0.70
Minutes per collection: 38.5 (0 hours 39 minutes)
Total listening time: 1 hour 56 minutes
Poems per week: 15.0
Weeks to finish: 11.00 (≈ 55 sessions)
How to Use This Calculator
Estimate poem counts
Enter how many collections you’ll read and a rough poems-per-collection count.
Adjust pace and sessions
Use your typical lines-per-minute and decide how many poems you savor per session.
Review time and schedule
See total reading time and how many weeks you’ll spend with Glück’s work.
Formula
Total Poems = Collections × Poems per Collection
Minutes per Poem = Lines per Poem ÷ Lines per Minute
Weeks = Total Poems ÷ (Sessions per Week × Poems per Session)
Example: 3 collections × 55 poems × 28 lines ÷ 40 lines/min → 115.5 minutes per collection (1h 56m).
Why Plan Poetry Sessions?
Glück’s poems reward slow reading and reflection. Estimating time lets you build space for rereads, annotations, and discussion.
- Balance poetry with other reading goals.
- Schedule meaningful journaling after each session.
- Coordinate with a reading group or workshop.
- Ensure you finish before library due dates or course deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the poem counts accurate?
This tool uses rough averages—adjust numbers if you know a collection’s exact length.
How do I include rereads?
Increase poems per collection or lower your reading speed to account for multiple passes.
Can I mix in other poets?
Yes—treat this as a template. Swap in other poets’ averages for blended reading plans.
What if I read aloud?
Reading aloud is slower—adjust lines per minute downward to match your voice pacing.