Black talk
Geneva Smitherman
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Black talk
Published
2000
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin
Pages
305
ISBN-10
0395969190
Description
"Fully revised and updated - the ultimate guide to black talk from all segments of the African American community.". "Do you want to be down with the latest hype terms from the Hip Hop world? Black Talk is the perfect source. This new edition of Black Talk includes more than 300 new words and phrases and, now more than ever, reflects the ever-changing meanings and uses of this vital and rich part of our language. In a style that is always informative and always entertaining, Geneva Smitherman takes this dictionary far beyond a list of words. Black Talk is a cultural map that charts word meanings along the highways and byways of African American life."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Black talk?
This edition of Black talk has approximately 305 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 Black talk?
For most readers, Black talk typically takes between 6h 21m and 4h 14m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 76,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 5m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 76,250 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 Black talk?
The estimated word count for Black talk is approximately 76,250 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 Black talk?
Black talk was written by Geneva Smitherman.
When was Black talk published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2000. The original work may have been published on a different date.