Lucretius
Daryn Lehoux
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at 250 WPM5h 37m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 5h 37m to read Lucretius.
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Lucretius
by Daryn Lehoux, A. D. Morrison, Alison Sharrock
Published
2013
Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Pages
337
ISBN-13
9781299539105
Description
The volume unites the three aspects--poetry, philosophy, and science--found in Lucretius' 'De rerum natura'. With ten original essays and an analytical introduction, the volume aims not only to combine different approaches within single covers but to offer responses to the poem by experts from all three scholarly backgrounds--Adapted from the book jacket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Lucretius?
This edition of Lucretius has approximately 337 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 Lucretius?
For most readers, Lucretius typically takes between 7h 1m and 4h 41m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 84,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 37m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 84,250 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 Lucretius?
The estimated word count for Lucretius is approximately 84,250 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 Lucretius?
Lucretius was written by Daryn Lehoux, A. D. Morrison, Alison Sharrock.
When was Lucretius published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.