How Long to Read The Revolt of the Catalans

How Long Does it Take to Read The Revolt of the Catalans?

It takes the average reader 10 hours and 57 minutes to read The Revolt of the Catalans by J. H. Elliott

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

Description

The revolution of Catalonia in 1640 was a signal event in seventeenth-century Europe. Its causes and antecedents - essential for an understanding of the revolution itelf - form the basis of Professor Elliott's study of the Spanish monarchy at this time. They throw remarkable light on the whole question of the decline of Spain in the seventeenth century from its position of pre-eminence in Europe. From the fierce suppression of Catalan bandits by their Castilian overlords during the second decade of the century, Professor Elliott traces the gradual deterioration of relations between the principality of Catalonia and the government in Madrid. He shows how Olivares, the favourite and chief minister of Philip IV, attempted to use Catalan resources to fight Spain's foreign wars, and how the growing tension led ultimately to a revolution, which he suggests played a crucial part in Spain's decline. Professor Elliott's story is almost entirely based on previously unknown documents found in the Spanish national and local archives. These sources enabled him to write the first full-scale treatment of Olivares and his policies. While exciting as a story in its own right, it also stands as a case-history of the perennial struggle between regional liberties and the claims of central governments.

How long is The Revolt of the Catalans?

The Revolt of the Catalans by J. H. Elliott is 652 pages long, and a total of 164,304 words.

This makes it 220% the length of the average book. It also has 201% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Revolt of the Catalans Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 14 hours and 57 minutes to read The Revolt of the Catalans aloud.

What Reading Level is The Revolt of the Catalans?

The Revolt of the Catalans 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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