How Long to Read Room to Swing

How Long Does it Take to Read Room to Swing?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 48 minutes to read Room to Swing by Ed Lacy

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

Description

Winner of the 1958 Edgar Award for best novel, Room to Swing is noteworthy for its honest and insightful depiction of Black lives in 1950s America. College-educated and decorated war-veteran Touissant Moore, finds that his employment options are limited as a Black man in 1950s America. With little choice, he seeks out a living as a private eye, serving Black clients in his hometown of Harlem. When hired by the television producers of a reality show called "You—Detective!" Touie must keep tabs on the whereabouts of an accused child molester. While waiting for the episode to air, Touie finds...

How long is Room to Swing?

Room to Swing by Ed Lacy is 165 pages long, and a total of 42,075 words.

This makes it 56% the length of the average book. It also has 51% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Room to Swing Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 49 minutes to read Room to Swing aloud.

What Reading Level is Room to Swing?

Room to Swing is suitable for students ages 10 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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