How Long to Read They Are My Sisters

How Long Does it Take to Read They Are My Sisters?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 20 minutes to read They Are My Sisters by Deb Dyer

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

Description

They Are My Sisters is a poignant memoir of Sammy Dyer's 42 years volunteering with battered women in shelters and prisons, illuminating the healing power of human connection in the face of devastating loss and abuse, as well as the strength and resilience of women. The book is a heart-expanding memoir that bears witness to the human toll one of society's most pervasive and tragic problems-domestic violence. Sammy's touching experiences and reflections from her work with victims in shelters and in prisons are interwoven with the stories and voices of battered women who are working to put their shattered lives back together. Laced with episodes of humor and compassion, the reader gains an intimate view of the deep relationships formed by the author, as well as the challenges faced by battered women. The book provides a unique and humanizing perspective on the issue of domestic violence. The book is written by Sammy Dyer with three co-authors-Deb Dyer, Linda Hansell, and Mary Wilkinson. The lead author, Sammy Dyer, is 88 years old and has dedicated countless hours over the last 42 years to serving as an advocate for battered women. Deb Dyer and Mary Wilkinson are the award-winning authors of the play The Unexpected Advocate about Sammy Dyer's work with battered women. The play is a winner in the 2018 New Works of Merit Playwriting Contest. Linda Hansell, Ph.D. is an established author and close acquaintance of Sammy Dyer. Linda has a B.A. from Williams College and a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania. Linda's previous publications include two co-written autobiographies-Dancing in the Wonder for 102 Years with Marilee Shapiro Asher, and Memories of a Life: My First Ninety Years with Eugene Barry.

How long is They Are My Sisters?

They Are My Sisters by Deb Dyer is 140 pages long, and a total of 35,000 words.

This makes it 47% the length of the average book. It also has 43% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read They Are My Sisters Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 11 minutes to read They Are My Sisters aloud.

What Reading Level is They Are My Sisters?

They Are My Sisters 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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