How Long to Read An American Story

How Long Does it Take to Read An American Story?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 13 minutes to read An American Story by Debra J. Dickerson

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

Description

A profoundly courageous and insightful memoir, An American Story documents the events that have shaped journalist Debra Dickerson's conscience. The daughter of former sharecroppers, Dickerson never imagined she would emerge from her squalid St. Louis neighborhood to become an acclaimed journalist with a Harvard Law degree. A constant reader and a straight-A student, nevertheless Dickerson's lack of confidence kept her from accepting the many colleges offers she received. Instead she enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, quickly rising through the ranks. In spite of her success, she recognized...

How long is An American Story?

An American Story by Debra J. Dickerson is 306 pages long, and a total of 78,336 words.

This makes it 103% the length of the average book. It also has 96% more words than the average book.

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

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 8 minutes to read An American Story aloud.

What Reading Level is An American Story?

An American Story 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 Story?

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