How Long to Read The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 49 minutes to read The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims by Arthur Schopenhauer

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

Description

First published in 1851, "The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims" is a collection of essays by famed German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer. He is perhaps best known for his 1818 work "The World as Will and Representation" and developed an enduring reputation for his philosophical pessimism, in contrast to the idealism of Immanuel Kant. Much of Schopenhauer's work is a reaction to post-Kant German romanticism. In "The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims", two of Schopenhauer's well-known essays are brought together and explore the thoughts behind his more realistic and pessimistic worldview. He rejects the usual goals in life of money, fame, pride, social position, and material and physical pleasures in favor of development of one's inner mind and a strong and healthy body. Schopenhauer was one of the first Western philosophers to embrace Eastern and Buddhist thought and his preference for a more meditative and ascetic life is evident in these essays. While Schopenhauer is well-known for his critical and pessimistic philosophy, his writing style is warm, entertaining, and charming, while at the same time being full of profound thought and substance. "The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims" remains an engaging and thoughtful discourse on life and happiness. This edition is printed on premium acid-free paper.

How long is The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims?

The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims by Arthur Schopenhauer is 166 pages long, and a total of 42,496 words.

This makes it 56% the length of the average book. It also has 52% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 52 minutes to read The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims aloud.

What Reading Level is The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims?

The Wisdom of Life and Counsels and Maxims is suitable for students ages 10 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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