How Long to Read Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon

How Long Does it Take to Read Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 47 minutes to read Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon by Carine Fabius

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

Description

In search of the jagua fruit, author Carine Fabius takes readers on a journey into the deepest realms of the Amazon jungle, where a prized tattoo ink weaves magical tales into the heart and culture of the region's indigenous people. Written in a breezy, engaging style, the book includes: - 40 pages of gorgeous color photographs, including contributions by noted documentary photographer and travel writer Cristina Mittermeier - Over 25 black & white photographs and illustrations - The author's personal account of her and her artist/explorer husband's journey into the world of temporary body art, beginning with henna and culminating with the discovery of the jagua fruit's promise to deliver a beautiful tattoo that looks real -- yet fades after two weeks - Excerpts from her husband Pascal Giacomini's diary as he travels on a motorized dugout canoe into the deepest reaches of the jungle, where he spends weeks with an indigenous group called the Matses - Brief histories of various indigenous groups associated with jagua - Personal and insightful essays by veteran explorers and lovers of the Amazon - Information on the medicinal and mystical properties of the jagua fruit - Magical tales and beliefs surrounding this extraordinary fruit - A short history of tattoos - A short history of ink - Frequently asked questions (and answers, of course!) about jagua tattoos - Overview of the Amazon, the Indians that populate the area, and issues that currently dominate throughout the region - Traditional tales from the Amazon

How long is Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon?

Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon by Carine Fabius is 224 pages long, and a total of 56,896 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 70% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 10 minutes to read Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon aloud.

What Reading Level is Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon?

Jagua, A Journey Into Body Art from the Amazon 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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