How Long to Read Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians

How Long Does it Take to Read Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 47 minutes to read Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians by Justina Gregory

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

Description

Political by its very nature, Greek tragedy reflects on how life should be lived in the polis, and especially the polis that was democratic Athens. Instructional as well, drama frequently concerns itself with the audience's moral education. Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians draws on these political and didactic functions of tragedy for a close analysis of five plays: Alcestis, Hippolytus, Hecuba, Heracles, and Trojan Women. Clearly written and persuasively argued, this volume addresses itself to all who are interested in Greek tragedy. Nonspecialists and scholars alike will deepen their understanding of this complex writer and the tumultuous period in which he lived. ". . . a lucid presentation of the positive side of Euripidean tragedy, and a thoughtful reminder of the political implications of Greek tragedy." --American Journal of Philology ". . . the principal defect of [this] otherwise excellent study is that it is too short." --Erich Segal, Classical Review ". . . a most stimulating book throughout . . . ." --Greece and Rome Justina Gregory is Professor of Classics, Smith College, where she is head of the department. She has been the recipient of Fulbright and Woodrow Wilson fellowships.

How long is Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians?

Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians by Justina Gregory is 224 pages long, and a total of 56,896 words.

This makes it 76% the length of the average book. It also has 70% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 10 minutes to read Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians aloud.

What Reading Level is Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians?

Euripides and the Instruction of the Athenians 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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