How Long to Read Understanding Asian Philosophy

How Long Does it Take to Read Understanding Asian Philosophy?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 36 minutes to read Understanding Asian Philosophy by Alexus McLeod

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

Description

Understanding Asian Philosophy introduces the four major Asian traditions through their key texts and thinkers: the Analects of Confucius, the Daoist text Zhuangzi, the early Buddhist Suttas, and the Bhagavad Gita. Approached through the central issue of ethical development, this engaging introduction reveals the importance of moral self-cultivation and provides a firm grounding in the origins of Asian thought. Leading students confidently through complex texts, Understanding Asian Philosophy includes a range of valuable features: • brief biographies of main thinkers such as Confucius and Zhuangzi • primary source material and translations • maps and timelines • comprehensive lists of recommended reading and links to further study resources • relevant philosophical questions at the end of each chapter As well as sections on other texts and thinkers in the tradition, there are frequent references to contemporary examples and issues. Each chapter also discusses other thinkers in different traditions in the West, presenting various comparative approaches. With its clear focus on thinkers and texts, Understanding Asian Philosophy is an ideal undergraduate introduction to Chinese, Indian, Buddhist and Daoist thought.

How long is Understanding Asian Philosophy?

Understanding Asian Philosophy by Alexus McLeod is 209 pages long, and a total of 54,131 words.

This makes it 71% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Understanding Asian Philosophy Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 55 minutes to read Understanding Asian Philosophy aloud.

What Reading Level is Understanding Asian Philosophy?

Understanding Asian Philosophy 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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