How Long to Read Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles

How Long Does it Take to Read Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 53 minutes to read Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles by Gene Stratton-Porter

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

Description

Like all of Gene Stratton-Porter's books, Freckles is beautifully written. One of the tests of good literature is whether it makes us think about important issues while enjoying the elements of the text, and Gene Stratton-Porter accomplishes just that in Freckles. Like "A Girl of Limberlost," Freckles is a product of Stratton-Porter's own life and the times in which she lived. There were class differences in the early 1900's, and it was challenging for 'low-born' people to believe they could rise above that. They didn't have our modern-day notion of arrogance and independence. This is why Freckles has historical value in addition to its literary content and unique storylines. Freckles is a great role model for boys and girls alike, and is so humble! He will not let the "Swamp Angel" marry him, because he has only one hand, is an orphan, and has no knowledge of "honorable birth" which he thinks is very important. While it is true that the rich characters in Freckles looked down on others and that humble folk always respected the rich people, those were the attitudes and behavior of people in the times in which the book was written. In regards to Freckles always believing bad about himself, he did so because he had no way of knowing who he really was, so he assumed the worst--many people do that. This attitude is called "determinism," which is basically the belief that people cannot rise above their background, heritage, circumstances, or physical conditions--that they are helpless to change their circumstances and lot in life. Determinism was a major concern in the works of many authors of Gene Stratton Porter's time period, who were seeking to challenge the set social classes and attitudes and forge new identities.

How long is Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles?

Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles by Gene Stratton-Porter is 172 pages long, and a total of 43,344 words.

This makes it 58% the length of the average book. It also has 53% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 56 minutes to read Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles aloud.

What Reading Level is Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles?

Gene Stratton-Porter: Freckles 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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