How Long to Read Shiva to Shankara

How Long Does it Take to Read Shiva to Shankara?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 40 minutes to read Shiva to Shankara by Devdutt Pattanaik

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

Description

We live in times where people have extreme views. On the one hand, there are scholars who describe Shiva's linga literally as a phallus, and see all metaphoric meaning as embarrassed apology of the uneducated. On the other hand, we have puritanical Hindus who want to strip the Shiva linga of all sexual meaning and sanitize Shiva's lore. In both cases, a symbol is being reduced to a sign. In Shiva to Shankara, Devdutt Pattanaik, India's leading mythologist, seeks to bridge the gap. As he explores the layers of meanings embedded in Shiva's linga, we discover why and how the Goddess transforms...

How long is Shiva to Shankara?

Shiva to Shankara by Devdutt Pattanaik is 160 pages long, and a total of 40,000 words.

This makes it 54% the length of the average book. It also has 49% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Shiva to Shankara Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 38 minutes to read Shiva to Shankara aloud.

What Reading Level is Shiva to Shankara?

Shiva to Shankara 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.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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