How Long to Read Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I

How Long Does it Take to Read Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I?

It takes the average reader 10 hours and 54 minutes to read Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I by David R. Knechtges

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

Description

A text of central importance to the Chinese literary tradition, the Wen xuan was compiled by Xiao Tong (501-531) and is the oldest surviving anthology of Chinese literature arranged by genre. This volume, the first of a planned eight-volume translation of the entire work, contains thoroughly annotated translations of the first section of the Wen xuan, the rhapsodies on the metropolises and capitals." Originally published in 1983. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

How long is Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I?

Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I by David R. Knechtges is 644 pages long, and a total of 163,576 words.

This makes it 217% the length of the average book. It also has 200% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 14 hours and 53 minutes to read Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I aloud.

What Reading Level is Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I?

Wen Xuan or Selections of Refined Literature, Volume I 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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