How Long to Read Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History

How Long Does it Take to Read Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 8 minutes to read Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History by Raymond Hyser

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

Description

VOICES OF THE AMERICAN PAST is a two-volume reader that presents a variety of diverse perspectives through more than 230 primary sources. Excerpts from speeches, letters, journals, magazine articles, hearings and government documents raise issues from both public and private aspects of American life throughout history. A Guide to Reading and Interpreting Documents in the front matter explains how and why historians use primary source evidence, and outlines basic points to help students learn to analyze sources. Brief headnotes set each source into context. Questions to Consider precede each document, offering prompts for critical thinking and reflection. The volumes are organized chronologically into 31 chapters, with the Reconstruction chapter overlapping in both volumes -- corresponding to the splits of most survey texts. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

How long is Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History?

Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History by Raymond Hyser is 304 pages long, and a total of 77,216 words.

This makes it 103% the length of the average book. It also has 94% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 1 minute to read Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History aloud.

What Reading Level is Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History?

Voices of the American Past: Documents in U.S. History 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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