How Long to Read Whistler's Mother

How Long Does it Take to Read Whistler's Mother?

It takes the average reader and 32 minutes to read Whistler's Mother by Daniel E. Sutherland

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

Description

Discover the extraordinary woman behind one of the most famous images of motherhood in Western art Judged by the portrait Arrangement in Gray and Black No. 1 (1871), painted by her son James McNeill Whistler, Anna Whistler (1804-1881) appears to have been a pious, unassuming, domestic woman. This characterization, however, is far from the whole truth. Anna was born in the slaveholding South, raised principally in Brooklyn, New York, and resided for many years in both Russia and Great Britain, and her life was filled with adventure and excitement. The authors' unprecedented use of her private diaries and correspondence results in a crisp biographical rendering that reveals a resilient, vibrant, bright, and deeply engaged woman. In her writings, Anna made shrewd observations about the social, cultural, artistic, and political issues of her era, which was one of enormous and near-constant change. She knew and interacted with an astonishing array of people, from Russian peasants and American farmers to Robert E. Lee and Giuseppe Mazzini. She also raised one of the finest artists of the nineteenth century. As her son made his way in the art world, Anna became his unofficial agent, promoting his work, managing his finances, and advising him on the best opportunities for success. That he, in turn, should immortalize her as a global celebrity and international icon of motherhood was only appropriate.

How long is Whistler's Mother?

Whistler's Mother by Daniel E. Sutherland is 32 pages long, and a total of 8,064 words.

This makes it 11% the length of the average book. It also has 10% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Whistler's Mother Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes and 44 minutes to read Whistler's Mother aloud.

What Reading Level is Whistler's Mother?

Whistler's Mother is suitable for students ages 8 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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