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How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America

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Non-Fiction

by Clint Smith

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4.80 (4.6K ratings)
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description 344 pages

How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America by Clint Smith holds a exceptional rating of 4.80 out of 5, based on 4.6K reader ratings. First published in 2021. The book spans 344 pages.

About How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America

How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America is a non-fiction title by Clint Smith. With a rating of 4.80 out of 5 from 4.6K readers, it ranks well above the catalog average of 4.17 — placing it in the upper tier of non-fiction books. Compared to the non-fiction genre average of 4.60, this book scores higher by 0.20 points. With 4.6K ratings, it has built a notable readership in the non-fiction space. Available on Kindle at $12.99. First published in 2021.

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Author Clint Smith
Published 2021
Pages 344
Kindle Price $12.99
Genres Non-Fiction
Average Rating 4.80 / 5.00
Total Ratings 4,605

Reader Ratings & Analysis

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4.6K ratings
With a rating of 4.80, How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.60, it performs above expectations.

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How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America is categorized as Non-Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Non-Fiction.

Is How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America worth reading?

Based on 4.6K reader ratings, How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America has an average score of 4.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."

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How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America has 344 pages.

Who wrote How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America?

How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America was written by Clint Smith. It was first published in 2021.

What is the ISBN for How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America?

The ISBN-13 for How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America is 9781549138393.

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