How Long to Read The Last Days of Dogtown

How Long Does it Take to Read The Last Days of Dogtown?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read The Last Days of Dogtown by Anita Diamant

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

Description

“An excellent novel. A lovely and moving portrait of society’s outcasts…affirms the essential humanity of its poor and stubborn residents, for whom each day of survival is a victory” (The New York Times Book Review). Set on the high ground at the heart of Cape Ann, the village of Dogtown is peopled by widows, orphans, spinsters, scoundrels, whores, free Africans, and “witches.” Among the inhabitants of this hamlet are Black Ruth, who dresses as a man and works as a stonemason; Mrs. Stanley, an imperious madam whose grandson, Sammy, comes of age in her brothel; Oliver Younger, who survives a...

How long is The Last Days of Dogtown?

The Last Days of Dogtown by Anita Diamant is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Last Days of Dogtown Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read The Last Days of Dogtown aloud.

What Reading Level is The Last Days of Dogtown?

The Last Days of Dogtown 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.

Where Can I Buy The Last Days of Dogtown?

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