How Long to Read The Origin of Races and Color

How Long Does it Take to Read The Origin of Races and Color?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 48 minutes to read The Origin of Races and Color by Martin Robison Delany

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

Description

Of the books authored by Martin R. Delany (1812-1885), The Origin of Races and Color is perhaps the most obscure. Out-of-print until now, it has been available to the public only through select libraries. At the time of its publication in 1879, this valuable resource presented a bold challenge to racist views of African inferiority. Delany wrote in opposition to a developing oppressive intellectualism that used Darwin's thesis, "the survival of the fittest," to support its demented theories of Black inferiority. Skillfully blending biblical history, archaeology and anthropology, Delany offered evidence to the "serious inquirer" suggesting the first humans were African, and that these Africans were ". . . builders of the pyramids, sculptors of the sphinxes, and original god-kings. . . ." With such radical assertions, Delany advanced a model of ancient history that contradicted the very foundation of intellectual racism. He believed knowledge of one's past was essential, and that it could provide Black people with the regenerative force necessary to inspire their self-improvement. Were he alive today, Delany would certainly feel at home with the present generation of Africancentrists, especially since he developed and articulated so many of their arguments more than a century ago.

How long is The Origin of Races and Color?

The Origin of Races and Color by Martin Robison Delany is 106 pages long, and a total of 27,136 words.

This makes it 36% the length of the average book. It also has 33% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Origin of Races and Color Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 2 hours and 28 minutes to read The Origin of Races and Color aloud.

What Reading Level is The Origin of Races and Color?

The Origin of Races and Color is suitable for students ages 10 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.

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