How Long to Read The Wayward Girls of Samarcand

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wayward Girls of Samarcand?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 26 minutes to read The Wayward Girls of Samarcand by Melton Alonza McLaurin

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

Description

The Wayward Girls of Samarcand is the true story of the sensational 1931 Arson Trial in North Carolina. Sixteen poor white teenage girls faced the death penalty for burning down two dormitories at the State Reform School for Girls. Crusading journalist, socialite, and attorney Nell Battle Lewis defended her clients by exposing sadistic treatment, deplorable conditions, and forced sterilization presided over by Samarcand superintendent Agnes B. MacNaughton. In this her first and last trial, Lewis saved the defendants from the electric chair.

How long is The Wayward Girls of Samarcand?

The Wayward Girls of Samarcand by Melton Alonza McLaurin is 258 pages long, and a total of 66,564 words.

This makes it 87% the length of the average book. It also has 81% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wayward Girls of Samarcand Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 3 minutes to read The Wayward Girls of Samarcand aloud.

What Reading Level is The Wayward Girls of Samarcand?

The Wayward Girls of Samarcand 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 Wayward Girls of Samarcand?

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