Ashoka
Allen, Charles
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Ashoka
Published
2012
Publisher
Little, Brown
Pages
460
ISBN-13
9781408701966
Description
Ashoka Maurya -- or Ashoka the Great as he was later known -- holds a special place in the history of India. Through his third century BCE quest to govern the Indian subcontinent by moral force alone, Ashoka transformed Buddhism from a minor sect into a major world religion. His bold experiment ended in tragedy, and in the tumult that followed the historical record was cleansed so effectively that his name was largelyforgotten for almost two thousand years. Yet, a few mysterious stone monuments and inscriptions miraculously survived the purge. In Ashoka: The Search for India's Lost Emperor, historian Charles Allen tells the incredible story of how a few enterprising archaeologists deciphered the mysterious lettering on keystones and recovered India's ancient past. Drawing from rich sources, Allen crafts a clearer picture of this enigmatic figure than ever before. - Publisher.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Ashoka?
This edition of Ashoka has approximately 460 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Ashoka?
For most readers, Ashoka typically takes between 9h 35m and 6h 23m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 115,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 115,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Ashoka?
The estimated word count for Ashoka is approximately 115,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Ashoka?
Ashoka was written by Allen, Charles.
When was Ashoka published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.