How Long to Read Venus in the Dark

How Long Does it Take to Read Venus in the Dark?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 15 minutes to read Venus in the Dark by Janell Hobson

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

Description

Western culture has long been fascinated by black women, but a history of enslavement and colonial conquest has variously labeled black women's bodies as "exotic" and "grotesque." In this remarkable cultural history of black female beauty, Janell Hobson explores the enduring figure of the "Hottentot Venus." In 1810, Saartjie Baartman was taken from South Africa to Europe, where she was put on display at circuses, salons, and museums and universities as the "Hottentot Venus." The subsequent legacy of representations of black women's sexuality-from Josephine Baker to Serena Williams to hip-hop and dancehall videos-continues to refer back to this persistent icon. This book analyzes the history of critical and artistic responses to this iconography by black women in contemporary photography, film, literature, music, and dance.

How long is Venus in the Dark?

Venus in the Dark by Janell Hobson is 193 pages long, and a total of 48,829 words.

This makes it 65% the length of the average book. It also has 60% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Venus in the Dark Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 26 minutes to read Venus in the Dark aloud.

What Reading Level is Venus in the Dark?

Venus in the Dark 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 Venus in the Dark?

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