How Long to Read Something Dark

How Long Does it Take to Read Something Dark?

It takes the average reader and 45 minutes to read Something Dark by Lemn Sissay

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

Description

Something Dark tells the true story of Lemn Sissay who as a baby was given up by his Ethiopian mother in the 1960s. He was renamed Norman Greenwood and nicknamed Chalky White throughout his turbulent childhood in care, only to find out his real name at the age of 18. No longer the possession of the social services, he left the brutal suburbs of Lancashire for the bright lights of Manchester where he became a celebrated performance poet. Aged 21 Lemn left for Gambia in search of his mother and the truth about his father.

How long is Something Dark?

Something Dark by Lemn Sissay is 45 pages long, and a total of 11,475 words.

This makes it 15% the length of the average book. It also has 14% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Something Dark Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 1 hour and 2 minutes to read Something Dark aloud.

What Reading Level is Something Dark?

Something Dark is suitable for students ages 8 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 Something Dark?

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