How Long to Read Crossing the River

How Long Does it Take to Read Crossing the River?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 34 minutes to read Crossing the River by Carol Smith

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

Description

A powerful exploration of grief and resilience following the death of the author's son that combines memoir, reportage, and lessons in how to heal Everyone deals with grief in their own way. Helen Macdonald found solace in training a wild gos­hawk. Cheryl Strayed found strength in hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. For Carol Smith, a Pulitzer Prize­ nominated journalist struggling with the sudden death of her seven-year-old son, Christopher, the way to cross the river of sorrow was through work. In Crossing the River, Smith recounts how she faced down her crippling loss through reporting a...

How long is Crossing the River?

Crossing the River by Carol Smith is 272 pages long, and a total of 68,544 words.

This makes it 92% the length of the average book. It also has 84% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Crossing the River Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 14 minutes to read Crossing the River aloud.

What Reading Level is Crossing the River?

Crossing the River 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.

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