How Long to Read Tussie-Mussies

How Long Does it Take to Read Tussie-Mussies?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 56 minutes to read Tussie-Mussies by Geraldine Adamich Laufer

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

Description

Tussie-Mussies reacquaints readers with the complex and delightful language of flowers, and the art of making them speak through Victorian "talking bouquets" called tussie-mussies. Now Tussie-Mussies is available in a stunning paperback edition. A celebration of craft, lore, and language, Tussie-Mussies is a full-color guide to tussie-mussies, how to make them, and how the symbolic meanings of flowers and herbs have developed over the centuries. Roses that are red mean only one thing-Love-while a yellow rose may range from Friendship to Jealousy. Daisies are for Innocence, ivy for Fidelity, rosemary for Remembrance. Then comes the delightful task of arranging individual flowers and herbs together to compose a specific message to a friend or loved one. A floral poet, Geraldine Laufer shows how to make 60 bouquets-tussie-mussies to declare Ardent Love, say Happy Birthday, celebrate a Newborn, mark an Anniversary, honor a Mentor, admit an Infatuation, or even announce a Bitter Rivalry. Indeed, any sentiment can be crafted with a few blooms, woolen yarn, and scissors.

How long is Tussie-Mussies?

Tussie-Mussies by Geraldine Adamich Laufer is 174 pages long, and a total of 44,196 words.

This makes it 59% the length of the average book. It also has 54% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Tussie-Mussies Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 1 minute to read Tussie-Mussies aloud.

What Reading Level is Tussie-Mussies?

Tussie-Mussies 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 Tussie-Mussies?

Tussie-Mussies by Geraldine Adamich Laufer is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy Tussie-Mussies by Geraldine Adamich Laufer on Amazon click the button below.