How Long to Read Goethe's Theory of Colours

How Long Does it Take to Read Goethe's Theory of Colours?

It takes the average reader 8 hours and 15 minutes to read Goethe's Theory of Colours by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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

Description

This work by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832) was translated into English in 1840 by Sir Charles Eastlake (1793-1865), painter and later keeper of the National Gallery. Goethe's 1810 work was rejected by many contemporary scientists because it appeared to contradict the physical laws laid down by Newton. However, its focus on the human perception of the colour spectrum, as opposed to the observable optical phenomenon, was attractive to, and influential upon, artists and philosophers. As Eastlake says in his preface, the work's dismissal on scientific grounds had caused 'a well-arranged mass of observations and experiments, many of which are important and interesting', to be overlooked. Eastlake also puts Goethe's work into its aesthetic and scientific context and describes its original reception. His clear translation of Goethe's observations and experiments on colour and light will appeal to anyone interested in our responses to art.

How long is Goethe's Theory of Colours?

Goethe's Theory of Colours by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is 492 pages long, and a total of 123,984 words.

This makes it 166% the length of the average book. It also has 152% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Goethe's Theory of Colours Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 11 hours and 17 minutes to read Goethe's Theory of Colours aloud.

What Reading Level is Goethe's Theory of Colours?

Goethe's Theory of Colours 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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