How Long to Read The Language of Light

How Long Does it Take to Read The Language of Light?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 40 minutes to read The Language of Light by Gerald Shea

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

Description

A comprehensive history of deafness, signed languages, and the unresolved struggles of the Deaf to be taught in their unspoken tongue Partially deaf due to a childhood illness, Gerald Shea is no stranger to the search for communicative grace and clarity. In this eloquent and thoroughly researched book, he uncovers the centuries-long struggle of the Deaf to be taught in sign language—the only language that renders them complete, fully communicative human beings. Shea explores the history of the deeply biased attitudes toward the Deaf in Europe and America, which illogically forced them to be...

How long is The Language of Light?

The Language of Light by Gerald Shea is 280 pages long, and a total of 70,000 words.

This makes it 94% the length of the average book. It also has 86% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Language of Light Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 22 minutes to read The Language of Light aloud.

What Reading Level is The Language of Light?

The Language of Light 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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