How Long to Read Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147)

How Long Does it Take to Read Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147)?

It takes the average reader 16 hours to read Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147) by Alexis de Tocqueville

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

Description

An exclusive new translation of the most perceptive and influential book ever written about American politics and society—“the bible on democracy” (The Texas Observer) This Library of America volume presents de Tocqueville’s masterpiece in an entirely new translation—the first to fully capture his style and provide a rigorous, faithful rendering of his profound ideas and observations Alexis de Tocqueville, a young aristocratic French lawyer, came to the United States in 1831 to study its penitentiary systems. His nine-month visit and subsequent reading and reflection resulted in this landmark masterpiece of political observation and analysis. In Democracy in America, Tocqueville vividly describes the unprecedented social equality he found in America and explores its implications for European society in the emerging modern era. His book provides enduring insight into the political consequences of widespread property ownership, the potential dangers to liberty inherent in majority rule, the vital role of religion in American life, and the importance of civil institutions in an individualistic culture dominated by the pursuit of material self-interest. He also probes the deep differences between the free and slave states, writing prophetically of racism, bigotry, and prejudice in the United States. Brought to life by Arthur Goldhammer’s clear, fluid, and vigorous translation, this volume of Democracy in America is the first to fully capture Tocqueville’s achievements both as an accomplished literary stylist and as a profound political thinker.

How long is Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147)?

Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147) by Alexis de Tocqueville is 960 pages long, and a total of 240,000 words.

This makes it 324% the length of the average book. It also has 293% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147) Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 21 hours and 51 minutes to read Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147) aloud.

What Reading Level is Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147)?

Alexis de Tocqueville: Democracy in America (LOA #147) is suitable for students ages 12 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.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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