How Long to Read Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court

How Long Does it Take to Read Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court?

It takes the average reader 7 hours and 31 minutes to read Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court by David M. Robinson

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

Description

Like most empires, the Ming court sponsored grand displays of dynastic strength and military prowess. Covering the first two centuries of the Ming dynasty (1368–1644), Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court explores how the royal hunt, polo matches, archery contests, equestrian demonstrations, and the imperial menagerie were represented in poetry, prose, and portraiture. This study reveals that martial spectacles were highly charged sites of contestation, where Ming emperors and senior court ministers staked claims about rulership, ruler-minister relations, and the role of the military in the polity. Simultaneously colorful entertainment, prestigious social events, and statements of power, martial spectacles were intended to make manifest the ruler’s personal generosity, keen discernment, and respect for family tradition. They were, however, subject to competing interpretations that were often beyond the emperor’s control or even knowledge. By situating Ming martial spectacles in the wider context of Eurasia, David Robinson brings to light the commensurability of the Ming court with both the Mongols and Manchus but more broadly with other early modern courts such as the Timurids, the Mughals, and the Ottomans.

How long is Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court?

Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court by David M. Robinson is 444 pages long, and a total of 112,776 words.

This makes it 150% the length of the average book. It also has 138% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 10 hours and 16 minutes to read Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court aloud.

What Reading Level is Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court?

Martial Spectacles of the Ming Court 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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