How Long to Read Slave Songs of the United States

How Long Does it Take to Read Slave Songs of the United States?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 5 minutes to read Slave Songs of the United States by William Francis Allen

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

Description

This extraordinary anthology of antebellum slave songs provides musical settings for 136 musical texts and variants, in the process devoting much commentary to the regional variations in black folk music, the social settings in which the songs were customarily performed, and the distinctiveness of the Negro singing style. It was "Slave Songs of the United States" that brought black folk music to widespread public attention, whetting the interest in collecting, studying, and performing black folk music that has not abated since 1867.

How long is Slave Songs of the United States?

Slave Songs of the United States by William Francis Allen is 179 pages long, and a total of 46,361 words.

This makes it 60% the length of the average book. It also has 57% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Slave Songs of the United States Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 13 minutes to read Slave Songs of the United States aloud.

What Reading Level is Slave Songs of the United States?

Slave Songs of the United States 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.

Where Can I Buy Slave Songs of the United States?

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