How Long to Read War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II

How Long Does it Take to Read War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 4 minutes to read War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II by Phyllis Mattson

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

Description

In March of 1940, as a result of Hitler's plans to eradicate Jews, 10-year-old Lizzi left Vienna and joined a small transport of children seeking refuge in America. Two weeks later she began her new way of life in San Francisco, getting a new name, Phyllis, and having to learn a new language. Her family was scattered on three continents, but linked by letters.This coming-of-age story is told through the letters in this poignant memoir. Phyllis wrote her parents details of her new life as she grew into adolescence and became an American, while they tried to parent her long-distance. During the next six years she moved in and out of foster homes and an orphanage due to her rebellious behavior, but as she defended herself stoutly in her letters, she gained self-confidence and the skills to become an independent, responsible adult. Her parents tried desperately to join her, but were stopped by incredible red tape and war hysteria. Her mother's letters are unbearably painful, butdespite her hard labors in German slave camps, she didn't give up hope. Her father's letters show his resignation to the bureaucracy that has him erroneously incarcerated in Australia. The moods, hopes, fears, and accomplishments of all are recounted in the details of the letters, thereby authenticating one family's experiences during World War II, and the love that sustained hopes of a reunion. Interwoven between the letters is a narrative that depicts the times and placesof that era.

How long is War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II?

War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II by Phyllis Mattson is 356 pages long, and a total of 91,136 words.

This makes it 120% the length of the average book. It also has 111% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 18 minutes to read War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II aloud.

What Reading Level is War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II?

War Orphan in San Francisco: Letters Link a Family Scattered by World War II 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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