How Long to Read Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction

How Long Does it Take to Read Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction?

It takes the average reader 2 hours and 26 minutes to read Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction by Nicholas Cronk

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

Description

Voltaire (1694-1778), best remembered as the author of Candide, is one of the central actors — arguably the defining personality — of the European Enlightenment. In this Very Short Introduction, Nicholas Cronk explores Voltaire's remarkable career and demonstrates how his thinking is pivotal to our notion and understanding of the Enlightenment. In a fresh and modern examination of his writings, Cronk examines the nature of Voltaire's literary celebrity, demonstrating the extent to which his work was reactive and practical, and therefore made sense within the broader context of the debates to which he responded. The most famous living author in Europe in the 18th century, Cronk emphasises Voltaire's skills of 'performance' as a writer and his continued relevance today. He concludes by looking not only at Voltaire's impact in literature and philosophy, but also his influence on French political values and modern French politics. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

How long is Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction?

Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction by Nicholas Cronk is 144 pages long, and a total of 36,576 words.

This makes it 49% the length of the average book. It also has 45% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 3 hours and 19 minutes to read Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction aloud.

What Reading Level is Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction?

Voltaire: A Very Short Introduction is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

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