How Long to Read The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu

How Long Does it Take to Read The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu?

It takes the average reader 9 hours and 19 minutes to read The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu by Wilt L. Idema

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

Description

Following thirty years of suppression as feudal superstition, Chinese popular religion has made a spectacular comeback since the 1980s. One aspect of this phenomenon has been the return of precious scrolls as ritual and entertainment in several regions of China, most notably the economically advanced Wu-dialect area and the poor countryside of Western Gansu. As these texts were performed once again, they have been collected, edited, and published as part of China's Intangible Cultural Heritage. These materials greatly broaden and deepen our knowledge of popular literature, ritual, and religion and open a new window into the values and customs of local society. The texts also offer unique insights into the history of the region as seen through the eyes of the local population who had to confront the harsh environment and frequent incursions of nomadic groups. Given the wealth of knowledge to be gained, it is not surprising that these materials are attracting the growing attention of scholars. The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu by eminent Sinologist Wilt Idema is thus a significant foray into the area. This unprecedented book provides complete and annotated translations of six precious scrolls that have never before been translated. An insightful and helpful introduction precedes each translation. The study includes a general survey of the development, origin, context, and popularity of the narrative and concludes with a discussion of available modern editions.

How long is The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu?

The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu by Wilt L. Idema is 546 pages long, and a total of 139,776 words.

This makes it 184% the length of the average book. It also has 171% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 12 hours and 43 minutes to read The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu aloud.

What Reading Level is The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu?

The Immortal Maiden Equal to Heaven and Other Precious Scrolls from Western Gansu 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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