How Long to Read Readings in Chinese Literary Thought

How Long Does it Take to Read Readings in Chinese Literary Thought?

It takes the average reader 11 hours and 37 minutes to read Readings in Chinese Literary Thought by Stephen Owen

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

Description

In this dual-language compilation of seven complete major works and many shorter pieces from the Confucian period through the Ch'ing dynasty, Stephen Owen provides fundamental texts in the history of Chinese thought on literature and comments on them extensively. Canonical early statements, prefaces, poems on poetry treatises, short essays, letters, technical manuals - all are represented and placed in their historical and cultural context. Besides discussing individual selections in detail, Owen traces the development of motifs, methods of argumentation, and deep concerns in Chinese literary thought and explains how they diverge from Western literary theory. This beautifully designed volume will be indispensable to students of Chinese literature, while its translations and commentaries will open up Chinese literary thought to theorists and scholars of other languages.

How long is Readings in Chinese Literary Thought?

Readings in Chinese Literary Thought by Stephen Owen is 692 pages long, and a total of 174,384 words.

This makes it 234% the length of the average book. It also has 213% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Readings in Chinese Literary Thought Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 15 hours and 52 minutes to read Readings in Chinese Literary Thought aloud.

What Reading Level is Readings in Chinese Literary Thought?

Readings in Chinese Literary Thought 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.

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