How Long to Read Toys and American Culture

How Long Does it Take to Read Toys and American Culture?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 32 minutes to read Toys and American Culture by Sharon M. Scott

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

Description

Tracing developments in toy making and marketing across the evolving landscape of the 20th century, this encyclopedia is a comprehensive reference guide to America's most popular playthings and the culture to which they belong. From the origins of favorite playthings to their associations with events and activities, the study of a nation's toys reveals the hopes, goals, values, and priorities of its people. Toys have influenced the science, art, and religion of the United States, and have contributed to the development of business, politics, and medicine. Toys and American Culture: An Encyclopedia documents America's shifting cultural values as they are embedded within and transmitted by the nation's favorite playthings. Alphabetically arranged entries trace developments in toy making and toy marketing across the evolving landscape of 20th-century America. In addition to discussing the history of America's most influential toys, the book contains specific entries on the individuals, organizations, companies, and publications that gave shape to America's culture of play from 1900 to 2000. Toys from the two decades that frame the 20th century are also included, as bridges to the fascinating past—and the inspiring future—of American toys.

How long is Toys and American Culture?

Toys and American Culture by Sharon M. Scott is 451 pages long, and a total of 113,201 words.

This makes it 152% the length of the average book. It also has 138% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Toys and American Culture Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 18 minutes to read Toys and American Culture aloud.

What Reading Level is Toys and American Culture?

Toys and American Culture 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.

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