How Long to Read Be Home Before Dark

How Long Does it Take to Read Be Home Before Dark?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 36 minutes to read Be Home Before Dark by Linda Jean Kohler

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

Description

"Linda Kohler's "Be Home Before Dark" is a very rare collection of poems. It is the story of a girl, a family, a community, and a small New England town in the 1940s and '50s. Through the eyes of a young girl named Adie, the author creates an exquisite series of pieces that reveal characters both complex and true. With insightful and at times ironic observations, Adie reveals the "heat" - the emotional truth - of each situation, and invites the reader to measure its implications for the larger story. In short order, one finds oneself deep in the hold of a story that is both rich and unforgettable." Kathryn Dunn, Main Street Writers "Listen carefully to Adie as she shares her story of growing up in a small town. You will find no truer rendering of a place, a time, a family, and a child's voice than here. This book is a literary treasure. The sensuous rhythms and evocative language of Kohler's poems transport you to a young girl's world, where adults can be vain, foolish or wise; where magic lurks in the grass, wind or an angel's statue; and where everyday wonders and inevitable sorrows stir the heart." Jan Gianino, psychotherapist and writer "Through the eyes of a wise and curious girl, these poems capture both a particular era and a timeless landscape. We meet a range of characters from the eccentric family to the oddball townspeople to the personality of the town itself. This girl's voice is fresh and funny, always honest. She is both wonderfully na ve and knowing. Reading this book took me back to my own childhood and made me wish Linda had been my friend when I was growing up." Ann McNeal, poet and writer "With wonderful style and insight, "Be Home Before Dark" captures a past time and place. It is all there--the oncoming train whistle, the pet duck, the drudgy mill, the scary hurricane, the sometimes quirky neighbors, the rhythm of the local church. Personally, I can testify that truth lurks behind all of it." David Mayhew, Sterling Professor of Political Science, Yale University

How long is Be Home Before Dark?

Be Home Before Dark by Linda Jean Kohler is 154 pages long, and a total of 39,116 words.

This makes it 52% the length of the average book. It also has 48% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Be Home Before Dark Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 33 minutes to read Be Home Before Dark aloud.

What Reading Level is Be Home Before Dark?

Be Home Before Dark is suitable for students ages 10 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.

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