How Long to Read Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire

How Long Does it Take to Read Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire?

It takes the average reader 1 hour and 52 minutes to read Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire by Denis Diderot

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

Description

A new translation of Denis Diderot's 1776 Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire from the original German manuscript into American English. The only surviving copy of Diderot's original French-language printinng of Rameau's Nephew is Goethe's translation. Hence, this is translated from the German. This edition contains an afterword by the translator on Diderot's philosophic legacy, a timeline of his works and life, and a glossary of philosophic terminology utilized in his works. Like many of Diderot's best works, "Rameau's Nephew" was not printed during his lifetime. The manuscript came to St. Petersburg, where Goethe's boyhood friend Klinger discovered it; it reached Schiller, who asked Goethe to translate it. An adventurously beautiful and cool text - and Goethe's most ingenious and interesting translation work. This is considered one of Diderot's most influential works, showcasing his mastery of satire and his ability to provoke thought and reflection on societal norms and values. It is a dialogue between two characters, the narrator and Rameau's nephew, discussing various topics including art, society, and morality. The work offers a satirical critique of the French society of the time, exposing its contradictions and hypocrisy. Diderot uses the character of Rameau's nephew to challenge social conventions and question the notions of success, morality, and genius. The work had a profound impact on subsequent literary and philosophical movements, with Friedrich Nietzsche regarding it as a work of genius and Immanuel Kant expressing his admiration for its wit and sharp social critique. "Rameau's Nephew" is considered one of Diderot's most influential works, showcasing his mastery of satire and his ability to provoke thought and reflection on societal norms and values. Denis Diderot is a critical figure of the Enlightenment who receives little attention from modern day philosophers. Diderot lived in the shadow of Rousseau and Volatire, whom he knew and worked with. Denis Diderot is a critical figure of the Enlightenment who receives little attention from modern day philosophers. Diderot lived in the shadow of Rousseau and Volatire, whom he knew and worked with.

How long is Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire?

Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire by Denis Diderot is 112 pages long, and a total of 28,224 words.

This makes it 38% the length of the average book. It also has 34% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 2 hours and 34 minutes to read Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire aloud.

What Reading Level is Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire?

Rameau's Nephew, or the Second Satire 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.

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