How Long to Read Athenian Economy and Society

How Long Does it Take to Read Athenian Economy and Society?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read Athenian Economy and Society by Edward E. Cohen

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

Description

In this ground-breaking analysis of the world's first private banks, Edward Cohen convincingly demonstrates the existence and functioning of a market economy in ancient Athens while revising our understanding of the society itself. Challenging the "primitivistic" view, in which bankers are merely pawnbrokers and money-changers, Cohen reveals that fourth-century Athenian bankers pursued sophisticated transactions. These dealings--although technologically far removed from modern procedures--were in financial essence identical with the lending and deposit-taking that separate true "banks" from other businesses. He further explores how the Athenian banks facilitated tax and creditor avoidance among the wealthy, and how women and slaves played important roles in these family businesses--thereby gaining legal rights entirely unexpected in a society supposedly dominated by an elite of male citizens. Special emphasis is placed on the reflection of Athenian cognitive patterns in financial practices. Cohen shows how transactions were affected by the complementary opposites embedded in the very structure of Athenian language and thought. In turn, his analysis offers great insight into daily Athenian reality and cultural organization.

How long is Athenian Economy and Society?

Athenian Economy and Society by Edward E. Cohen is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.

This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Athenian Economy and Society Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read Athenian Economy and Society aloud.

What Reading Level is Athenian Economy and Society?

Athenian Economy and Society 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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