Ralph Ellison
John Hersey
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Ralph Ellison
by John Hersey
Published
1974
Publisher
Prentice-Hall
Pages
180
ISBN-13
9780132743570
ISBN-10
0132743574
Description
This society has structured itself so as to be unaware of what it owes in both the positive and negative sense to the condition of inhumanity that it has imposed upon a great mass of its citizens. The fact that many whites refuse to recognize this is responsible for much of the anger erupting among young blacks today. It makes them furious that whites respond to their complaints with, "Yes, but I had nothing to do with any of that," or who reply to their demands for equal opportunity in a racially rigged society with, "We're against a quota system because we made it on our individual merits" -- because this not only sidesteps a pressing reality, but it is only partially true. Perhaps they did make it on their own, but if that's true the way was made easier because their parents did not have to contend with my parents, who were ruled out of the competition. - Ralph Ellison - Introduction.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Ralph Ellison?
This edition of Ralph Ellison has approximately 180 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 Ralph Ellison?
For most readers, Ralph Ellison typically takes between 3h 45m and 2h 30m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 45,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 0m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 45,000 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 Ralph Ellison?
The estimated word count for Ralph Ellison is approximately 45,000 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 Ralph Ellison?
Ralph Ellison was written by John Hersey.
When was Ralph Ellison published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1974. The original work may have been published on a different date.