How Long to Read A Republic, If You Can Keep it

How Long Does it Take to Read A Republic, If You Can Keep it?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 3 minutes to read A Republic, If You Can Keep it by Ronald F. Brecke

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

When asked after the Constitutional Convention whether they had produced a republic or a monarchy, Benjamin Franklin replied, "A republic, if you can keep it." In the book that derives its title from this portentous quote, Ronald Brecke contends that American government has not done such a good job of keeping it. Brecke describes how changes in our politics and government have illustrated a departure from the republican principles on the Constitution--changes purportedly in the direction of direct democracy. A Republic, If You Can Keep It argues that these changes have instead stripped the governing structures of much of their ability to govern effectively and responsibly. By critically examining each institution in terms of its relationship to effective and responsible republican government, the book does more than simply describe how government and politics work. It asks readers to evaluate why things work as they do and how improvements can be made; it engages readers in a debate about republicanism and their role in it. Brecke brings readers--political scientists, Constitutional law scholars, students of American government--face to face with their responsibilities as citizens.

How long is A Republic, If You Can Keep it?

A Republic, If You Can Keep it by Ronald F. Brecke is 178 pages long, and a total of 45,924 words.

This makes it 60% the length of the average book. It also has 56% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read A Republic, If You Can Keep it Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 10 minutes to read A Republic, If You Can Keep it aloud.

What Reading Level is A Republic, If You Can Keep it?

A Republic, If You Can Keep it is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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