How Long to Read The Hawk and the Sun

How Long Does it Take to Read The Hawk and the Sun?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 27 minutes to read The Hawk and the Sun by Byron Herbert Reece

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

Description

Set in the small-town, pre-civil rights South, The Hawk and the Sun is the story of one day in the life of Dandelion, a physically impaired man who is the sole black resident in the town of Tilden. Years before, the birth of a mixed-race child to a white prostitute had precipitated an outpouring of hatred against Tilden's black citizens, all of whom but Dandelion had been driven from town. In this atmosphere of smoldering self-righteousness, Dandelion survives on handouts and what little he can earn from odd jobs. Finally, the town turns against him as well. Seen hurrying from the house of...

How long is The Hawk and the Sun?

The Hawk and the Sun by Byron Herbert Reece is 204 pages long, and a total of 51,816 words.

This makes it 69% the length of the average book. It also has 63% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Hawk and the Sun Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 43 minutes to read The Hawk and the Sun aloud.

What Reading Level is The Hawk and the Sun?

The Hawk and the Sun 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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