How Long to Read The Legend of King Aśoka

How Long Does it Take to Read The Legend of King Aśoka?

It takes the average reader 6 hours and 4 minutes to read The Legend of King Aśoka by John S. Strong

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

Description

This first English translation of the Asokavadana text, the Sanskrit version of the legend of King Asoka, first written in the second century A.D. Emperor of India during the third century B.C. and one of the most important rulers in the history of Buddhism. Asoka has hitherto been studied in the West primarily from his edicts and rock inscriptions in many parts of the Indian subcontinent. Through an extensive critical essay and a fluid translation, John Strong examines the importance of the Asoka of the legends for our overall understanding of Buddhism. Professor Strong contrasts the text...

How long is The Legend of King Aśoka?

The Legend of King Aśoka by John S. Strong is 362 pages long, and a total of 91,224 words.

This makes it 122% the length of the average book. It also has 111% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Legend of King Aśoka Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 8 hours and 18 minutes to read The Legend of King Aśoka aloud.

What Reading Level is The Legend of King Aśoka?

The Legend of King Aśoka 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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