How Long to Read Marvelous Possessions

How Long Does it Take to Read Marvelous Possessions?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 47 minutes to read Marvelous Possessions by Stephen Greenblatt

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

Description

Marvelous Possessions is a study of the ways in which Europeans of the late Middle Ages and the early modern period represented non-European peoples and took possession of their lands, in particular the New World. In a series of innovative readings of travel narratives, judicial documents, and official reports, Stephen Greenblatt shows that the experience of the marvelous, central to both art and philosophy, was cunningly yoked by Columbus and others to the service of colonial appropriation. He argues that the traditional symbolic actions and legal rituals through which European sovereignty...

How long is Marvelous Possessions?

Marvelous Possessions by Stephen Greenblatt 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 Marvelous Possessions Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 10 minutes to read Marvelous Possessions aloud.

What Reading Level is Marvelous Possessions?

Marvelous Possessions 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.

Where Can I Buy Marvelous Possessions?

Marvelous Possessions by Stephen Greenblatt is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy Marvelous Possessions by Stephen Greenblatt on Amazon click the button below.