Back to Birmingham
Jimmie Lewis Franklin
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Back to Birmingham
Published
2019
Publisher
University of Alabama Press
Pages
376
ISBN-13
9780817392406
Description
In the 1960's, Birmingham, Alabama was a battleground in the struggle for human rights in the American South. In 1979 the city that had once used dogs and fire hoses to crush protest demonstrations elected a black mayor, Richard Arrington, Jr. The author, Franklin, relies heavily on primary sources, personal interviews, and newspapers to tell his story. Richard Arrington, Jr. was destined to bring about some fundamental changes in the city, once known for it's defiance of racial equality and progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Back to Birmingham?
This edition of Back to Birmingham has approximately 376 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Back to Birmingham?
For most readers, Back to Birmingham typically takes between 7h 50m and 5h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 94,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 94,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Back to Birmingham?
The estimated word count for Back to Birmingham is approximately 94,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Back to Birmingham?
Back to Birmingham was written by Jimmie Lewis Franklin.
When was Back to Birmingham published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2019. The original work may have been published on a different date.