How Long to Read The River Road

How Long Does it Take to Read The River Road?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 46 minutes to read The River Road by John Norris

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

Description

In Mercedes, Texas, tensions are high during the summer of 1963. When Alton Baker’s father accepts a job in Brownsville that comes with a long daily commute, he invites Alton to share the ride, allowing him to change schools. Alton, an intelligent, friendly high school sophomore, accepts the challenge, and it is not long before the commute brings father and son closer together. As Alton acclimates to the new school, he secretly decides to try out for the track team—a decision that eventually leads him to befriend the only Negro high school student in town. After his interest shifts to long-distance running, a retired coach assists him, encouraging him to end his daily commute with a long run along a river road. Mid-spring in great running shape, Alton shows up at track tryouts with his Negro friend, where they must compete for respect and acceptance on the team. The River Road creates a vivid picture of small town life in south Texas in the 1960s, as a teenager establishes a loving bond with his father and marks the beginning of his journey to becoming a real person with independent ideas.

How long is The River Road?

The River Road by John Norris is 164 pages long, and a total of 41,656 words.

This makes it 55% the length of the average book. It also has 51% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The River Road Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 47 minutes to read The River Road aloud.

What Reading Level is The River Road?

The River Road 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.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

Where Can I Buy The River Road?

The River Road by John Norris is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy The River Road by John Norris on Amazon click the button below.