It takes the average reader 4 hours and 57 minutes to read The Idea of the Clerisy in the Nineteenth Century by Ben Knights
Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more
This book is about the development in nineteenth-century England of the idea of a secular intellectual elite - the 'clerisy'. These intellectuals wanted to free themselves from the pressures of material conditioning and be in touch with transcendent values. This elite would be capable of seeing and valuing the best in the national cultural heritage and raising the standard of intellectual life. Dr Knights considers five major writers who shared this concern: Coleridge, Carlyle, Matthew Arnold, J. S. Mill and J. H. Newman. He finds important similarities, arising out of shared problems and...
The Idea of the Clerisy in the Nineteenth Century by Ben Knights is 288 pages long, and a total of 74,304 words.
This makes it 97% the length of the average book. It also has 91% more words than the average book.
The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 46 minutes to read The Idea of the Clerisy in the Nineteenth Century aloud.
The Idea of the Clerisy in the Nineteenth Century 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.
The Idea of the Clerisy in the Nineteenth Century by Ben Knights is sold by several retailers and bookshops. However, Read Time works with Amazon to provide an easier way to purchase books.
To buy The Idea of the Clerisy in the Nineteenth Century by Ben Knights on Amazon click the button below.
Buy The Idea of the Clerisy in the Nineteenth Century on Amazon