How Long to Read Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead

How Long Does it Take to Read Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 53 minutes to read Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead by Stanley Brandes

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

Description

Each October, as the Day of the Dead draws near, Mexican marketsoverflow with decorated breads, fanciful paper cutouts, andwhimsical toy skulls and skeletons. To honor deceased relatives,Mexicans decorate graves and erect home altars. Drawing on a richarray of historical and ethnographic evidence, this volume revealsthe origin and changing character of this celebrated holiday. Itexplores the emergence of the Day of the Dead as a symbol ofMexican and Mexican-American national identity. Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead poses a serious challengeto the widespread stereotype of the morbid Mexican, unafraid ofdeath, and obsessed with dying. In fact, the Day of the Dead, asshown here, is a powerful affirmation of life and creativity.Beautifully illustrated, this book is essential for anyoneinterested in Mexican culture, art, and folklore, as well ascontemporary globalization and identity formation.

How long is Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead?

Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead by Stanley Brandes is 232 pages long, and a total of 58,464 words.

This makes it 78% the length of the average book. It also has 71% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 19 minutes to read Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead aloud.

What Reading Level is Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead?

Skulls to the Living, Bread to the Dead 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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