The Undefeated
Kwame Alexander
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The Undefeated
Published
2020
Publisher
Andersen Press
Pages
40
ISBN-13
9781783449293
ISBN-10
1783449292
Description
The Undefeated is a 2019 poem by Kwame Alexander and illustrated by Kadir Nelson. The poem's purpose is to inspire and encourage black communities, while also delivering a tribute to black Americans of all occupations in past years. The poem describes the toughness black Americans faced during times such as slavery, and segregation in America. Nelson's illustrations also provide a visual for the meaning of the poem. The book was well received and won the 2020 Caldecott Medal and a Newbery Honor. Kadir Nelson's artwork also earned it a Coretta Scott King Award.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Undefeated?
This edition of The Undefeated has approximately 40 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 Undefeated?
For most readers, The Undefeated typically takes between 50m and 33m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 10,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 2 days • Estimated word count: 10,000 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 Undefeated?
The estimated word count for The Undefeated is approximately 10,000 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 Undefeated?
The Undefeated was written by Kwame Alexander.
When was The Undefeated published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2020. The original work may have been published on a different date.