How Long to Read The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print

How Long Does it Take to Read The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 30 minutes to read The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print by Marty Glickman

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

Description

Marty Glickman began his career in the mid-1930s, just a few years after sports broadcasting began. Being in the industry during these early days, Glickman is uniquely able to provide a historical perspective on the profession as it has grown into a powerful force in sports. In this spirited autobiography he brings to life the most influential teams and personalities in the sports world. Some of the topics he covers in this Large Print edition include growing up in the Depression; high school and college athletics; jocks in broadcasting; originating basketball broadcasting; and recreating baseball games. Glickman discusses being the pioneer broadcaster on cable TV for Home Box Office (HBO), being an announcer coach for NBC and for the Madison Square Garden and Sports Channel cable networks, and coaching the first woman to do play-by-play on a professional football telecast. He also recounts associations and friendships with Bill Bradley, Bill Russell, Red Auerbach, and Allie Sherman. The Fastest Kid on the Block concludes with trenchant observations about Glickman's fellow sports broadcasters and personal tips on how to break into the competitive, wonderful world of sports broadcasting.

How long is The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print?

The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print by Marty Glickman is 270 pages long, and a total of 67,500 words.

This makes it 91% the length of the average book. It also has 82% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 8 minutes to read The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print aloud.

What Reading Level is The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print?

The Fastest Kid on the Block, Large Print 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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