How Long to Read Varela's Man

How Long Does it Take to Read Varela's Man?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read Varela's Man by Amalia de la Torre

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

Description

The Narrator discovers some 8 millimeter footage of a military debacle which he has tried, unsuccessfully, to forget. From the recollections of a Cuban childhood in a world of sugar plantations, horseback rides, and his new friendship with Armando Perez, who even at a young age possesses the integrity and bravery the Narrator desires within himself are darkened by the political turn their country is about to take.In the capital, studying law at the University of La Habana, the political conscience of the two childhood friends develops when they join an organization established by Padre Raúl San Ramón to address the injustices of their country. The organization is called La Federación de Varela, in honor of Félix Varela, a 19th century holy man who championed social justice. When Fidel Castro finally take over, many members of La Federación believe the democracy he promises will soon be theirs. Soon enough, however, it becomes evident Castro will not share power. Within a year of Castro's coup, members of La Federación de Varela along with the majority of the country's educated and wealthy have emigrated. Most flee to Miami where the CIA persuades the men from La Federación to fight for freedom and to overthrow Castro. Known as the Bay of Pigs invasion, the operation is a disaster that the Narrator and his courageous friend, Armando experience first hand. What happens there and the consequences of the Narrator's actions change his life forever.A sweeping saga of a country and it's people, Varela's Man plumbs the darkness of political strife and the darkness that each man must face within himself.

How long is Varela's Man?

Varela's Man by Amalia de la Torre is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Varela's Man Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read Varela's Man aloud.

What Reading Level is Varela's Man?

Varela's Man 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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