How Long to Read Broke and Patriotic

How Long Does it Take to Read Broke and Patriotic?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 12 minutes to read Broke and Patriotic by Francesco Duina

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

Description

Why are poor Americans so patriotic? They have significantly worse social benefits compared to other Western nations, and studies show that the American Dream of upward mobility is, for them, largely a myth. So why do these people love their country? Why have they not risen up to demand more from a system that is failing them? In Broke and Patriotic, Francesco Duina contends that the best way to answer these questions is to speak directly to America's most impoverished. Spending time in bus stations, Laundromats, senior citizen centers, homeless shelters, public libraries, and fast food restaurants, Duina conducted over sixty revealing interviews in which his participants explain how they view themselves and their country. He masterfully weaves their words into three narratives. First, America's poor still see their country as the "last hope" for themselves and the world: America offers its people a sense of dignity, closeness to God, and answers to most of humanity's problems. Second, America is still the "land of milk and honey:" a very rich and generous country where those who work hard can succeed. Third, America is the freest country on earth where self-determination is still possible. This book offers a stirring portrait of the people left behind by their country and left out of the national conversation. By giving them a voice, Duina sheds new light on a sector of American society that we are only beginning to recognize as a powerful force in shaping the country's future.

How long is Broke and Patriotic?

Broke and Patriotic by Francesco Duina is 187 pages long, and a total of 48,059 words.

This makes it 63% the length of the average book. It also has 59% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Broke and Patriotic Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 22 minutes to read Broke and Patriotic aloud.

What Reading Level is Broke and Patriotic?

Broke and Patriotic 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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