How Long to Read Torture and Truth

How Long Does it Take to Read Torture and Truth?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 43 minutes to read Torture and Truth by Page DuBois

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

Description

Examining ancient Greek literary, philosophical, and legal texts, Page duBois analyzes how the Athenian torture of slaves emerged from and reinforced the concept of truth being hidden in the body. She discusses the tradition of truth being understood as something generally concealed and hidden, examining ancient ideas of the secret space in both the female body and the Greek temple. She relates this philosophy and practice to Greek views of the "Other" (women and outsiders) and depicts the role of torture in distinguishing slave and free in ancient Athens.

How long is Torture and Truth?

Torture and Truth by Page DuBois is 162 pages long, and a total of 40,824 words.

This makes it 55% the length of the average book. It also has 50% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Torture and Truth Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 43 minutes to read Torture and Truth aloud.

What Reading Level is Torture and Truth?

Torture and Truth 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.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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