Tar Beach
Faith Ringgold
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Tar Beach
by Faith Ringgold, Faith Ringgold
Published
1996
Publisher
Bound to Stay Bound Books
Pages
32
ISBN-13
9798855112542
Description
Cassie Louise Lightfoot, eight years old in 1939, has a dream: to be free to go wherever she wants for the rest of her life. One night, up on "tar beach" --the rooftop of her family's Harlem apartment building--her dream comes true. The stars lift her up, and she flies over the city. She claims the buildings as her own--even the union building, so her father won't have to worry anymore about not being allowed to join just because his father was not a member. As Cassie learns, anyone can fly. "All you need is somewhere to go you can't get to any other way. The next thing you know, you're flying above the stars." This magical story resonates with a universal wish. Originally written by Faith Ringgold for her story quilt of the same name, Tar Beach is a seamless weaving of fiction, autobiography, and African-American history and literature. - Author website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Tar Beach?
This edition of Tar Beach has approximately 32 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 Tar Beach?
For most readers, Tar Beach typically takes between 40m and 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 8,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 2 days • Estimated word count: 8,000 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 Tar Beach?
The estimated word count for Tar Beach is approximately 8,000 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 Tar Beach?
Tar Beach was written by Faith Ringgold, Faith Ringgold.
When was Tar Beach published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1996. The original work may have been published on a different date.