How Long to Read The Wealth of Nations

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wealth of Nations?

It takes the average reader 20 hours to read The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith

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

Description

Adam Smith’s masterpiece, first published in 1776, is the foundation of modern economic thought and remains the single most important account of the rise of, and the principles behind, modern capitalism. Written in clear and incisive prose, The Wealth of Nations articulates the concepts indispensable to an understanding of contemporary society; and Robert Reich’s Introduction both clarifies Smith’s analyses and illuminates his overall relevance to the world in which we live. As Reich writes, “Smith’s mind ranged over issues as fresh and topical today as they were in the late eighteenth...

How long is The Wealth of Nations?

The Wealth of Nations by Adam Smith is 1,200 pages long, and a total of 300,000 words.

This makes it 405% the length of the average book. It also has 367% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wealth of Nations Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 27 hours and 19 minutes to read The Wealth of Nations aloud.

What Reading Level is The Wealth of Nations?

The Wealth of Nations 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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