How Long to Read The Arthaśāstra

How Long Does it Take to Read The Arthaśāstra?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 55 minutes to read The Arthaśāstra by Kauṭalya

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

Description

The only extant treatise on statecraft from classical India, the Arthsastra is an invaluable resource for understanding ancient South Asian political thought; it also provides a comprehensive and unparalleled panoramic view of Indian society during the period between the Maurya (320-185 BCE) and Gupta (320-497 CE) empires. This volume offers modern English translations of key selections, organized thematically, from the Arthasastra. A general Introduction briefly traces the arc of ancient South Asian history, explains the classical Indian tradition of statecraft, and discusses the origins and...

How long is The Arthaśāstra?

The Arthaśāstra by Kauṭalya is 169 pages long, and a total of 43,771 words.

This makes it 57% the length of the average book. It also has 53% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Arthaśāstra Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 59 minutes to read The Arthaśāstra aloud.

What Reading Level is The Arthaśāstra?

The Arthaśāstra 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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