How Long to Read Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy

How Long Does it Take to Read Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 34 minutes to read Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy by Karl Widerquist

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

Description

How modern philosophers use and perpetuate myths about prehistoryThe state of nature, the origin of property, the origin of government, the primordial nature of inequality and war why do political philosophers talk so much about the Stone Age? And are they talking about a Stone Age that really happened, or is it just a convenient thought experiment to illustrate their points?Karl Widerquist and Grant S. McCall take a philosophical look at the origin of civilisation, examining political theories to show how claims about prehistory are used. Drawing on the best available evidence from archaeology and anthropology, they show that much of what we think we know about human origins comes from philosophers imagination, not scientific investigation.Key FeaturesShows how modern political theories employ ambiguous factual claims about prehistoryBrings archaeological and anthropological evidence to bear on those claimsTells the story of human origins in a way that reveals many commonly held misconceptions

How long is Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy?

Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy by Karl Widerquist is 272 pages long, and a total of 68,544 words.

This makes it 92% the length of the average book. It also has 84% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 14 minutes to read Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy aloud.

What Reading Level is Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy?

Prehistoric Myths in Modern Political Philosophy is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

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