How Long to Read Maxims

How Long Does it Take to Read Maxims?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 43 minutes to read Maxims by François de La Rochefoucauld

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

Description

This is the first-ever French-English edition of La Rochefoucauld's Reflexions, ou sentences et maximes morales, long known in English simply as the Maxims. The translation, the first to appear in forty years, is completely new and aims -- unlike all previous versions -- at being as literal as possible. This involves, among other things, rendering the same word -- for example, amour-propre as self-love - as consistently throughout as good sense allows. This also means that the translators have made every effort to maintain La Rochefoucauld's word order. This allows the reader the best vantage point for viewing La Rochefoucauld's dramatic and paradoxical juxtapositions of words and ideas, juxtapositions of the utmost importance to understanding his thought. Despite the translation's concern with literalness, careful attention has been paid to the nuances of the literary character of the Maxims.

How long is Maxims?

Maxims by François de La Rochefoucauld is 158 pages long, and a total of 40,764 words.

This makes it 53% the length of the average book. It also has 50% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Maxims Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 42 minutes to read Maxims aloud.

What Reading Level is Maxims?

Maxims is suitable for students ages 10 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 Maxims?

Maxims by François de La Rochefoucauld is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy Maxims by François de La Rochefoucauld on Amazon click the button below.