How Long to Read Zen at War

How Long Does it Take to Read Zen at War?

It takes the average reader 5 hours and 8 minutes to read Zen at War by Brian Daizen Victoria

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

Description

A compelling history of the contradictory, often militaristic, role of Zen Buddhism, this book meticulously documents the close and previously unknown support of a supposedly peaceful religion for Japanese militarism throughout World War II. Drawing on the writings and speeches of leading Zen masters and scholars, Brian Victoria shows that Zen served as a powerful foundation for the fanatical and suicidal spirit displayed by the imperial Japanese military. At the same time, the author recounts the dramatic and tragic stories of the handful of Buddhist organizations and individuals that dared...

How long is Zen at War?

Zen at War by Brian Daizen Victoria is 304 pages long, and a total of 77,216 words.

This makes it 103% the length of the average book. It also has 94% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Zen at War Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 7 hours and 1 minute to read Zen at War aloud.

What Reading Level is Zen at War?

Zen at War 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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