How Long to Read Bessie

How Long Does it Take to Read Bessie?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 44 minutes to read Bessie by Chris Albertson

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

Description

The definitive biography of musical legend Bessie Smith: “A landmark in the writing of jazz history . . . First-rate” (The Washington Post). Known as the “Empress of the Blues,” Bessie Smith was a successful vaudeville entertainer who became the highest paid African American performer of the Roaring Twenties. This revised and expanded biography debunks many of the myths that have circulated since her untimely death in 1937. Writing with insight and candor about the singer’s personal life and career, the author supplements his research with dozens of interviews with her relatives, friends, and...

How long is Bessie?

Bessie by Chris Albertson 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 Bessie Aloud?

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

What Reading Level is Bessie?

Bessie 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 Bessie?

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