How Long to Read The Discourses of Epictetus

How Long Does it Take to Read The Discourses of Epictetus?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 3 minutes to read The Discourses of Epictetus by Arrian

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

Description

Description: The Discourses of Epictetus are a series of informal lectures by the Stoic philosopher Epictetus written down by his pupil Arrian around 108 AD. The new Stoic Classics edition consists of two volumes. This is Volume I, which includes the Books I and II of an original four. The philosophy of Epictetus is intensely practical. He directs his students to focus attention on their opinions, anxieties, passions and desires. According to Epictetus true education lies in learning to distinguish what is our own from what does not belong to us, and in learning to correctly assent or dissent to external impressions. The purpose of his teaching was to make people free and happy. The philosophy of Epictetus is well known in the U.S. military through the writings and example of James Stockdale, the 1992 vice presidential candidate and a fighter pilot who was shot down while serving in the Vietnam War. Stockdale credits Epictetus with helping him endure his seven and a half years in captivity, which included torture and four years in solitary confinement. When he was shot down, he reportedly said to himself "I'm leaving the world of technology and entering the world of Epictetus!" as he bailed out. Quoting Epictetus, Stockdale concludes the book with: The emotions of grief, pity, and even affection are well-known disturbers of the soul. Grief is the most offensive; Epictetus considered the suffering of grief an act of evil. It is a willful act, going against the will of God to have all men share happiness. The Discourses have been influential since they were written. They are referred to and quoted by Marcus Aurelius. Since the 16th century they have been translated into multiple languages and reprinted many times. The present text is translated by William Abbott Oldfather. An American classical scholar. He was influential for building strong academic traditions in classical studies at the University of Illinois and for his studies of ancient Locris in Greece. Also, this book is enhanced with hand-drawn illustrations by R. Bigfield to make the experience of reading these ancient texts more enjoyable and pleasant for a contemporary reader.

How long is The Discourses of Epictetus?

The Discourses of Epictetus by Arrian is 242 pages long, and a total of 60,984 words.

This makes it 82% the length of the average book. It also has 75% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Discourses of Epictetus Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 33 minutes to read The Discourses of Epictetus aloud.

What Reading Level is The Discourses of Epictetus?

The Discourses of Epictetus 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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