How Long to Read Life on the Hyphen

By Gustavo Pérez Firmat

How Long Does it Take to Read Life on the Hyphen?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 18 minutes to read Life on the Hyphen by Gustavo Pérez Firmat

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

Description

An expanded, updated edition of the classic study of Cuban-American culture, this engaging book, which mixes the author’s own story with his reflections as a trained observer, explores how both famous and ordinary members of the “1.5 Generation” (Cubans who came to the United States as children or teens) have lived “life on the hyphen”—neither fully Cuban nor fully American, but a fertile hybrid of both. Offering an in-depth look at Cuban-Americans who have become icons of popular and literary culture—including Desi Arnaz, Oscar Hijuelos, musician Pérez Prado, and crossover pop star Gloria...

How long is Life on the Hyphen?

Life on the Hyphen by Gustavo Pérez Firmat is 254 pages long, and a total of 64,516 words.

This makes it 86% the length of the average book. It also has 79% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Life on the Hyphen Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 52 minutes to read Life on the Hyphen aloud.

What Reading Level is Life on the Hyphen?

Life on the Hyphen 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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