How Long to Read Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert

How Long Does it Take to Read Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 1 minute to read Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert by Ian Cutler

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

Description

Cynicism began as a school of philosophy that was largely inspired by Socrates and often decried by popular commentators as a social pathology, a nihilistic rebellion against the foundations of civilization. Modern definitions of the cynic describe an individual who is negative and sarcastic, violently opposed to established authority and social convention, and dedicated to existentialism.This book attempts to vindicate cynicism, arguing that it is both a progressive approach to social dilemmas and an enlightened understanding of the human condition. Chapter One establishes the foundations of classical Greek cynicism, while later chapters illustrate the varied faces of the cynic phenomenon in the persons of such disparate characters as Machiavelli, Nietzsche, Diogenes, the Dadaists, George Bataille, Samuel Beckett, Auberon Waugh, the creators of South Park, and others. Nietzsche is portrayed as the most important representative of both classical and postmodern cynicism, as well as the pivotal link between the two. The book focuses on significant periods of historical change, such as the Renaissance, and the historical cynics responsible for several seminal social ideas, including cosmopolitanism (citizenship of the world), asceticism (personal growth through self-testing), and parrhesia (finding one's voice in the presence of tyrannical forces). The author claims that aspects of Greek cynicism are present in contemporary society, offering a positive strategy for living in a hostile world.

How long is Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert?

Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert by Ian Cutler is 236 pages long, and a total of 60,416 words.

This makes it 80% the length of the average book. It also has 74% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 30 minutes to read Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert aloud.

What Reading Level is Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert?

Cynicism from Diogenes to Dilbert 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.

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