How Long to Read The Nihongi

How Long Does it Take to Read The Nihongi?

It takes the average reader 12 hours and 10 minutes to read The Nihongi by Yasumaro O

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

Description

The Nihon Shoki, translated as The Chronicles of Japan, is the second oldest book of classical Japanese history. The book is also called the Nihongi (The Japanese Chronicles). It is more elaborate and detailed than the Kojiki, the oldest book, and has proven to be an important tool for historians and archaeologists as it includes the most complete historical record of ancient Japan. The Nihongi was finished in 720 AD under the editorial supervision of Prince Toneri and with the assistance of Yasumaro no O. The book begins with the Japanese creation myth, explaining the origin of the world and the first seven generations of divine beings, and continues its account through to events of the 8th century. It is believed to record accurately the latter reigns of Emperor Tenji, Emperor Temmu and Empress Jito. It describes episodes from mythological eras and diplomatic contacts with other countries. The Nihongi was written in classical Chinese, as was common for official documents at that time. Yasumaro no O (died August 15, 723) was a Japanese nobleman, bureaucrat, and chronicler. He is most famous for compiling and editing, with the assistance of Hieda no Are, the Nihongi and the Kojiki, the two oldest books on Japanese history.

How long is The Nihongi?

The Nihongi by Yasumaro O is 730 pages long, and a total of 182,500 words.

This makes it 246% the length of the average book. It also has 223% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Nihongi Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 16 hours and 37 minutes to read The Nihongi aloud.

What Reading Level is The Nihongi?

The Nihongi 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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