How Long to Read Lions Behind the Shields

How Long Does it Take to Read Lions Behind the Shields?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 48 minutes to read Lions Behind the Shields by Francis Green Jr.

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

Description

Louisianan Frank Grima is only ten when he has his first encounter with a white policeman. Shocked at the anger the officer displays simply because Frank is of another color, he runs home to his mama, who makes him faithfully promise that he will always obey the law. Eleven years later, Frank joins the Acadian City police forceyoung, nave, and hungry for knowledge. It is August 28, 1970, and Frank knows he has no choice but to strive for excellence. His life depends on it. Vietnam veteran Peter Hillman is hired the same day as Frank. Although he has good intentions of rendering justice and making a difference in his community, Peter carries psychological baggage that has the potential to greatly impact his career. As the two recruits begin protecting and serving, they soon learn that racism, anger, and cynicism are prevalent among the ranks. Even though Frank shuns the drama, controversy, and endless dilemmas that surround the force, being a black cop in the Deep South is more challenging than he ever imagined. In this compelling tale based on true events, police officers labor to render goodand sometimes appalling wrongsonto the citizens of Acadian, and eventually discover that there will always be lost lions behind the badges.

How long is Lions Behind the Shields?

Lions Behind the Shields by Francis Green Jr. is 284 pages long, and a total of 72,136 words.

This makes it 96% the length of the average book. It also has 88% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Lions Behind the Shields Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 34 minutes to read Lions Behind the Shields aloud.

What Reading Level is Lions Behind the Shields?

Lions Behind the Shields 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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