The Harlem Hellfighters
Walter Dean Myers
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at 250 WPM2h 40m
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The Harlem Hellfighters
by Walter Dean Myers, Bill Miles
Published
2014
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Pages
160
ISBN-13
9781484433690
Description
The story of the Harlem Hellfighters is not simply one of victory in a war. . . . It is the story of men whoacted as men, and who gave a good account ofthemselves when so many people thought,even hoped, that they would fail.What defines a true hero?The "Harlem Hellfighters," the African American soldiers of the 369th Infantry Regiment of World War I, redefined heroism -- for America, and for the world. At a time of widespread bigotry and racism, these soldiers put their lives on the line in the name of democracy.The Harlem Hellfighters: When Pride Met Courage is a portrait of bravery and honor. With compelling narrative and never-before-published photographs, Michael L. Printz Award winner Walter Dean Myers and renowned filmmaker Bill Miles deftly portray the true story of these unsung American heroes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Harlem Hellfighters?
This edition of The Harlem Hellfighters has approximately 160 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 The Harlem Hellfighters?
For most readers, The Harlem Hellfighters typically takes between 3h 20m and 2h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 40,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 40,000 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 The Harlem Hellfighters?
The estimated word count for The Harlem Hellfighters is approximately 40,000 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 The Harlem Hellfighters?
The Harlem Hellfighters was written by Walter Dean Myers, Bill Miles.
When was The Harlem Hellfighters published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.