How Long to Read Twelve Years a Slave

By Solomon Northup

How Long Does it Take to Read Twelve Years a Slave?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 46 minutes to read Twelve Years a Slave by Solomon Northup

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

Description

Solomon Northup was born a free black man. He was kidnapped, tortured, and sold into slavery. For 12 years, he was kept in bondage as a slave in Louisiana--Twelve Years a Slave is his moving and raw account of survival and life as a slave.This edition includes the full book as well as a comprehensive companion with historical notes, character overview, themes overview, and chapter summaries.

How long is Twelve Years a Slave?

Twelve Years a Slave by Solomon Northup is 278 pages long, and a total of 71,724 words.

This makes it 94% the length of the average book. It also has 88% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Twelve Years a Slave Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 31 minutes to read Twelve Years a Slave aloud.

What Reading Level is Twelve Years a Slave?

Twelve Years a Slave 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 Twelve Years a Slave?

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