How Long to Read On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution

How Long Does it Take to Read On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 44 minutes to read On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution by Malcolm Guthrie

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

Description

There must be scores and hundreds of educated minds to whom the readiest illustration of the "Unknowable" would be Mr. Herbert Spencer's metaphysical conclusions. Mr. Guthrie's estimate of the reasoning on which they rest is thus plaintively stated:- "The book is like the process of evolution itself; we never know where we are; we seem to slip from one thing into another so easily, that in the transmutation and connection of words we often have a difficulty in making out our position." He criticizes in no hostile spirit, he tells us, but simply proposes a logical examination of the new theory. Philosophy, according to Mr. Spencer, is completely unified knowledge, as distinguished from knowledge and science. And the problem of philosophy is to state an intelligible formula which, by its application to the Homogenous, will explain, and enable us to construct ideally, all the changes of the universe. The formula itself is this:- "Evolution is an integration of matter and concomitant dissipation of motion, during which the matter passes from an indefinite, incoherent homogeneity, to a definite, coherent heterogeneity, and during which the retained motion undergoes a parallel transformation." To this, Mr. Guthrie objects its insufficiency, inasmuch as its two factors, matter and motion, do not explain the facts of life and mind. He then attempts to introduce the term "Force," but finds the amended formula, if sufficient, no longer intelligible. Upon which he not unnaturally concludes that no such formula as shall serve the purpose is possible; and with it the value of Mr. Spencer's attempted generalisations falls to the ground. -The Bookseller [1880]

How long is On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution?

On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution by Malcolm Guthrie is 282 pages long, and a total of 71,064 words.

This makes it 95% the length of the average book. It also has 87% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 28 minutes to read On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution aloud.

What Reading Level is On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution?

On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution 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 On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution?

On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution by Malcolm Guthrie is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.

To buy On Mr. Spencer's Formula of Evolution by Malcolm Guthrie on Amazon click the button below.