How Long to Read The Golden Age of Radio and History

How Long Does it Take to Read The Golden Age of Radio and History?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 45 minutes to read The Golden Age of Radio and History by Harvey Sheldon

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

Description

Still in the grasp of the Great Depression, the 1930's gave rise to a wealth of fresh Americana based upon inexpensive forms of entertainment. Ten-cent motion pictures, cheap reading material, and free radio programs came from a few of the industries that prospered during the decade, and their influence was felt deeply and is remembered warmly by millions of people. It was truly a Golden Age for films, radio programs, and comicsRadio became widespread. Listening was free and grew into a national pastime that linked people through popular programs that stimulated hours of conversation about what was heard. Little Orphan Annie, Buck Rogers, and Dick Tracy were the popular comic strip characters who found a second home on the air waves. The Lone Ranger and Jack Armstrong were created specifically for radio and later found their way into comic forms. Eddie Cantor, Ed Wynn, Charlie McCarthy and Edgar Bergen evolved from stage personalities to great radio personalitiesRadio became widespread. Listening was free and grew into a national pastime that linked people through popular programs that stimulated hours of conversation about what was heard. Little Orphan Annie, Buck Rogers, and Dick Tracy were the popular comic strip characters who found a second home on the air waves. The Lone Ranger and Jack Armstrong were created specifically for radio and later found their way into comic forms. Eddie Cantor, Ed Wynn, Charlie McCarthy and Edgar Bergen evolved from stage personalities to great radio personalities.Radio broadcasting its wide range of live music, comedy, variety shows, and dramatic programming served as a welcome escape from those troubled times. Even though many people couldn't afford payments on their washing machines, vacuum cleaners, or Model A Fords, they desperately struggled to keep up payments on their radios of that era weren't just small devices in plastic cases; they were built into large wooden cases that amounted to elaborate pieces of furniture.

How long is The Golden Age of Radio and History?

The Golden Age of Radio and History by Harvey Sheldon is 402 pages long, and a total of 101,304 words.

This makes it 136% the length of the average book. It also has 124% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Golden Age of Radio and History Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 9 hours and 13 minutes to read The Golden Age of Radio and History aloud.

What Reading Level is The Golden Age of Radio and History?

The Golden Age of Radio and History 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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