How Long to Read An American Journey

How Long Does it Take to Read An American Journey?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 44 minutes to read An American Journey by James Ernest Shaw

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

An American Journey is a captivating tale of America and Americans. In the summer of 1962 James Shaw strapped an army surplus sleeping bag on his 3-speed Raleigh bike and set off from his small-town Nebraska home for the Rocky Mountains. He was fifteen years old and had just read John Steinbeck's " Travels with Charley. " Just like Steinbeck, James learned that America is filled with good-hearted characters, like the tobacco-chewing, foul-mouthed pool shark who, upon learning that James was looking for a place to camp, directed the wandering wayfarer to a pastor who let him sleep on his porch. Too old at sixty-five? Fifty years later, James had a few questions: How much has America changed since the days of John F. Kennedy? Are Americans still kind to strangers? And could he, at age sixty-five, bike the thousand-plus miles that lie between Wisconsin and Colorado? On this journey James took along a companion-a weird-looking, small-wheeled bike named Friday. By piquing the curiosity of everyone who saw it, that strange little blue bike introduced James to a fascinating cross section of Americans. From these people James discovered what has changed about America and the many things that are still essentially the same in this great and still wide-open country. An unforgettable cast of characters. You'll meet the people James met-memorable one-of-a-kind, salt-of-the-earth folks. Some days he met so many intriguing people that he rode only a couple of dozen miles. Their stories will inspire you. They will also serve as warnings that this great experiment that is known as America must be safeguarded. Steinbeck warned us-and so do the fascinating people you will meet in " An American Journey." Their stories will remind you of all that is good about America-and just how much we stand to lose if we are not vigilant in protecting our freedoms. Travels with Friday will warm your heart with appreciation for the unique spirit of the American people.

How long is An American Journey?

An American Journey by James Ernest Shaw is 336 pages long, and a total of 86,016 words.

This makes it 113% the length of the average book. It also has 105% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read An American Journey Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 50 minutes to read An American Journey aloud.

What Reading Level is An American Journey?

An American Journey is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy An American Journey?

An American Journey by James Ernest Shaw is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy An American Journey by James Ernest Shaw on Amazon click the button below.