It takes the average reader to read Invisible Poets by Joan R. Sherman
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
Invisible Poets: Afro-Americans of the Nineteenth Century brings into view over 130 other Black men and women who published poetry in America during the century between Phillis Wheatley and Paul Laurence Dunbar. In spite of their impressive achievements, these poets' works have been out of print, their few biographies incomplete and unreliable, and criticism of their poetry rare and often biased. The author, Joan R. Sherman, was ahead of her time in seeking "to strip myth and misinformation from their lives and to offer the most accurate biographies and bibliographies obtainable after a century of neglect." In the only comprehensive and realistic appraisal of their contributions to American literature, Sherman intensively studies twenty-six representative poets of the nineteenth century, analyzing their poetry and providing the first significant profiles of their extraordinary life experiences. About three dozen other poets also receive attention. Their work, which ranges from "militant, race-proud jeremiads to sentimental nature and love lyrics," faithfully conforms to nineteenth-century poetic standards. At the same time, it reflects the changing American political and cultural scene and provides an invaluable record of over a hundred years of Black experience as articulated by sensitive and talented American writers. The Berkshire Edition includes a foreword by Jaki Shelton Green, 9th Poet Laureate of North Carolina.
Invisible Poets by Joan R. Sherman is 0 pages long, and a total of 0 words.
This makes it 0% the length of the average book. It also has 0% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes to read Invisible Poets aloud.
Invisible Poets is suitable for students ages 2 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.
Invisible Poets by Joan R. Sherman is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.
To buy Invisible Poets by Joan R. Sherman on Amazon click the button below.
Buy Invisible Poets on Amazon