How Long to Read The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di

How Long Does it Take to Read The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 16 minutes to read The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di by Muslih-uddin Sa'di

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

Description

Of the works of Persia's great poet Sa'di, the Bustan is second only to the Gulistan in reknown and popularity. Born in Shiraz sometime between 1184 and 1210 CE, Muslih-uddin Sa'di Shirazi received his education in Baghdad and spent several decades in travel and pilgrimage. In 1256, Sa'di returned to Shiraz. He wrote the Bustan in 1257, and the next year wrote the Gulistan.The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di, intended as a 'mirror for princes,' was written entirely in verse and included 'ten doors of instruction,' that were the following ten chapters: Justice and Counsel, Benevolence, Love, Humility, Resignation, Contentment, Education, Gratitude, Repentance, and Prayer.This prose translation by A. Hart Edwards has been edited and updated by David Rosenbaum.

How long is The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di?

The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di by Muslih-uddin Sa'di is 134 pages long, and a total of 34,036 words.

This makes it 45% the length of the average book. It also has 42% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 5 minutes to read The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di aloud.

What Reading Level is The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di?

The Bustan or Orchard of Sa'di 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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