How Long to Read The Short Story in Midcentury America

How Long Does it Take to Read The Short Story in Midcentury America?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 47 minutes to read The Short Story in Midcentury America by Sam V. H. Reese

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

Description

The Short Story in Midcentury America provides in-depth case studies of four major writers of the post–World War II era—Paul Bowles, Mary McCarthy, Eudora Welty, and Tennessee Williams—examining how they used the contained aesthetics of short fiction to map out an oppositional stance to the dominant narratives, both political and literary, of mid-twentieth century U.S. culture. Sam V. H. Reese presents a new understanding of the connections between politics, ideology, and literary form, arguing that writers employed the short story to critique the cultural mores of the early Cold War. The...

How long is The Short Story in Midcentury America?

The Short Story in Midcentury America by Sam V. H. Reese is 224 pages long, and a total of 56,896 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 70% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Short Story in Midcentury America Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 10 minutes to read The Short Story in Midcentury America aloud.

What Reading Level is The Short Story in Midcentury America?

The Short Story in Midcentury America 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 Short Story in Midcentury America?

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