How Long to Read Plato's "Laws"

How Long Does it Take to Read Plato's "Laws"?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 32 minutes to read Plato's "Laws" by Seth Benardete

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

Description

The Laws was Plato's last work, his longest, and one of his most difficult. In contrast to the Republic, which presents an abstract ideal not intended for any actual community, the Laws seems to provide practical guidelines for the establishment and maintenance of political order in the real world. With this book, the distinguished classicist Seth Benardete offers an insightful analysis and commentary on this rich and complex dialogue. Each of the chapters corresponds to one of the twelve books of the Laws, illuminating the major themes and arguments, which have to do with theology, the soul,...

How long is Plato's "Laws"?

Plato's "Laws" by Seth Benardete is 385 pages long, and a total of 98,175 words.

This makes it 130% the length of the average book. It also has 120% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Plato's "Laws" Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 56 minutes to read Plato's "Laws" aloud.

What Reading Level is Plato's "Laws"?

Plato's "Laws" 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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