How Long to Read Chasing the Cherry Blossom

How Long Does it Take to Read Chasing the Cherry Blossom?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 10 minutes to read Chasing the Cherry Blossom by Lowell Sheppard

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

Description

The flowering of the cherry blossom is a powerful symbol of hope in Japan. The first buds open in March and within six weeks the whole country has celebrated the blossom’s return as a signal of new beginnings. Intrigued by this unique national celebration, and by Japan’s rapid modernization in the last 60 years, Lowell Sheppard sets out on a six week adventure through the 2000 mile length of the country, following the flowering of the blossom as it progresses north. Travelling on a bicycle, he experiences at close hand both everyday Japanese life and the glorious visual feast of the blossoms as he visits 100 viewing sites before the season is over. But when it ends, the sense of national disillusionment is tangible. This intimate encounter with the Japanese at their least inhibited reveals how they are coping with the transition from modernity to post-modernity and asks whether hope is to be found, or whether it is as elusive and fleeting as the cherry blossom.

How long is Chasing the Cherry Blossom?

Chasing the Cherry Blossom by Lowell Sheppard is 250 pages long, and a total of 62,500 words.

This makes it 84% the length of the average book. It also has 76% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Chasing the Cherry Blossom Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 41 minutes to read Chasing the Cherry Blossom aloud.

What Reading Level is Chasing the Cherry Blossom?

Chasing the Cherry Blossom 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 Chasing the Cherry Blossom?

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