How Long to Read Praisesong for the Widow

How Long Does it Take to Read Praisesong for the Widow?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 22 minutes to read Praisesong for the Widow by Paule Marshall

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

Description

From the acclaimed author of Daughters and Brown Girl, Brownstones comes a “work of exceptional wisdom, maturity, and generosity, one in which the palpable humanity of its characters transcends any considerations of race or sex”(Washington Post Book World). Avey Johnson—a black, middle-aged, middle-class widow given to hats, gloves, and pearls—has long since put behind her the Harlem of her childhood. Then on a cruise to the Caribbean with two friends, inspired by a troubling dream, she senses her life beginning to unravel—and in a panic packs her bag in the middle of the night and abandons...

How long is Praisesong for the Widow?

Praisesong for the Widow by Paule Marshall is 256 pages long, and a total of 65,536 words.

This makes it 86% the length of the average book. It also has 80% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Praisesong for the Widow Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 58 minutes to read Praisesong for the Widow aloud.

What Reading Level is Praisesong for the Widow?

Praisesong for the Widow 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.

Where Can I Buy Praisesong for the Widow?

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