How Long to Read Betsey Brown

How Long Does it Take to Read Betsey Brown?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 34 minutes to read Betsey Brown by Ntozake Shange

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

Description

Praised as "exuberantly engaging" by the Los Angeles Times and a "beautiful, beautiful piece of writing" by the Houston Post, acclaimed artist Ntozake Shange brings to life the story of a young girl's awakening amidst her country's seismic growing pains. Set in St. Louis in 1957, the year of the Little Rock Nine, Shange's story reveals the prismatic effect of racism on an American child and her family. Seamlessly woven into this masterful portrait of an extended family is the story of Betsey's adolescence, the rush of first romance, and the sobering responsibilities of approaching adulthood.

How long is Betsey Brown?

Betsey Brown by Ntozake Shange is 208 pages long, and a total of 53,664 words.

This makes it 70% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Betsey Brown Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 53 minutes to read Betsey Brown aloud.

What Reading Level is Betsey Brown?

Betsey Brown 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 Betsey Brown?

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