Event
Slavoj Žižek
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Event
by Slavoj Žižek
Published
2014
Publisher
Penguin Books, Limited
Pages
211
ISBN-13
9780718192518
Description
An Event can be an occurrence that shatters ordinary life, a radical political rupture, a transformation of reality, a religious belief, the rise of a new art form, or an intense experience such as falling in love. This book examines the new and highly-contested concept of Event.
Subjects
The Story of Philosophy
The Problems of Philosophy
Jenseits von Gut und Böse
The guide of the perplexed of Maimonides
Ἀπολογία Σωκράτους
Tractatus logico-philosophicus
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Event?
This edition of Event has approximately 211 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 Event?
For most readers, Event typically takes between 4h 24m and 2h 56m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 52,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 31m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 52,750 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 Event?
The estimated word count for Event is approximately 52,750 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 Event?
Event was written by Slavoj Žižek.
When was Event published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2014. The original work may have been published on a different date.