How Long to Read Killing the Poormaster

How Long Does it Take to Read Killing the Poormaster?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 17 minutes to read Killing the Poormaster by Holly Metz

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

Description

Reflecting on a sensational murder trial from the late 1930s, this chronicle focuses upon the death of Harry Barck, a poormaster who was granted the authority to decide who would and would not receive public aid in Hoboken, New Jersey. Unemployed mason Joe Scutellaro was said to have stabbed Barck in the heart with a paper spike after the poormaster suggested that Scutellaro's wife prostitute herself on the streets rather than ask the city for aid. A legal team led by celebrated defender Samuel S Leibowitz of "Scottsboro Boys" fame swooped into Hoboken from Manhattan to save Scutellaro from...

How long is Killing the Poormaster?

Killing the Poormaster by Holly Metz is 308 pages long, and a total of 79,464 words.

This makes it 104% the length of the average book. It also has 97% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Killing the Poormaster Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 14 minutes to read Killing the Poormaster aloud.

What Reading Level is Killing the Poormaster?

Killing the Poormaster 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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