How Long to Read The Myth of the Lazy Native

How Long Does it Take to Read The Myth of the Lazy Native?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 44 minutes to read The Myth of the Lazy Native by Syed Hussein Alatas

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

Description

The Myth of the Lazy Native is Syed Hussein Alatas’ widely acknowledged critique of the colonial construction of Malay, Filipino and Javanese natives from the 16th to the 20th century. Drawing on the work of Karl Mannheim and the sociology of knowledge, Alatas analyses the origins and functions of such myths in the creation and reinforcement of colonial ideology and capitalism. The book constitutes in his own words: ‘an effort to correct a one-sided colonial view of the Asian native and his society’ and will be of interest to students and scholars of colonialism, post-colonialism, sociology and South East Asian Studies.

How long is The Myth of the Lazy Native?

The Myth of the Lazy Native by Syed Hussein Alatas is 277 pages long, and a total of 71,189 words.

This makes it 93% the length of the average book. It also has 87% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Myth of the Lazy Native Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 29 minutes to read The Myth of the Lazy Native aloud.

What Reading Level is The Myth of the Lazy Native?

The Myth of the Lazy Native 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.

Where Can I Buy The Myth of the Lazy Native?

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