How Long to Read Socrates and Aristophanes

How Long Does it Take to Read Socrates and Aristophanes?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 30 minutes to read Socrates and Aristophanes by Leo Strauss

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

Description

In one of his last books, Socrates and Aristophanes, Leo Strauss's examines the confrontation between Socrates and Aristophanes in Aristophanes' comedies. Looking at eleven plays, Strauss shows that this confrontation is essentially one between poetry and philosophy, and that poetry emerges as an autonomous wisdom capable of rivaling philosophy. "Strauss gives us an impressive addition to his life's work—the recovery of the Great Tradition in political philosophy. The problem the book proposes centers formally upon Socrates. As is typical of Strauss, he raises profound issues with great...

How long is Socrates and Aristophanes?

Socrates and Aristophanes by Leo Strauss is 330 pages long, and a total of 82,500 words.

This makes it 111% the length of the average book. It also has 101% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Socrates and Aristophanes Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 30 minutes to read Socrates and Aristophanes aloud.

What Reading Level is Socrates and Aristophanes?

Socrates and Aristophanes 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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