How Long to Read Hair Story

How Long Does it Take to Read Hair Story?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 34 minutes to read Hair Story by Ayana Byrd

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

Description

Two world wars, the Civil Rights movement, and a Jheri curl later, Blacks in America continue to have a complex and convoluted relationship with their hair. From the antebellum practice of shaving the head in an attempt to pass as a "free" person to the 1998 uproar over a White third-grade teacher's reading of the book Nappy Hair, the issues surrounding African American hair continue to linger as we enter the twenty-first century. Hair Story is a historical and anecdotal exploration of Black Americans' tangled hair roots. A chronological look at the culture and politics behind the...

How long is Hair Story?

Hair Story by Ayana Byrd 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 Hair Story Aloud?

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

What Reading Level is Hair Story?

Hair Story 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 Hair Story?

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