How Long to Read Speaking of Slavery

How Long Does it Take to Read Speaking of Slavery?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 57 minutes to read Speaking of Slavery by Steven A. Epstein

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

Description

In this highly original work, Steven A. Epstein shows that the ways Italians employ words and think about race and labor are profoundly affected by the language used in medieval Italy to sustain a system of slavery. The author's findings about the surprising persistence of the "language of slavery" demonstrate the difficulty of escaping the legacy of a shameful past. For Epstein, language is crucial to understanding slavery, for it preserves the hidden conditions of that institution. He begins his book by discussing the words used to conduct and describe slavery in Italy, from pertinent...

How long is Speaking of Slavery?

Speaking of Slavery by Steven A. Epstein is 234 pages long, and a total of 59,436 words.

This makes it 79% the length of the average book. It also has 73% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Speaking of Slavery Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 24 minutes to read Speaking of Slavery aloud.

What Reading Level is Speaking of Slavery?

Speaking of Slavery 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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