Pseudodoxia epidemica
Thomas Browne
Reading Time
at 250 WPM6h 26m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 6h 26m to read Pseudodoxia epidemica.
Personalise your estimate by entering your reading speed below
Test my reading speedEnter speed in words per minute
13
days at 30 min/day
386
total minutes
Pseudodoxia epidemica
Published
1972
Publisher
Scolar Press
Pages
386
ISBN-10
0854178430
Description
Pseudodoxia Epidemica or Enquries into very many received tenets and commonly presumed truths, also known simply as Pseudodoxia Epidemica or Vulgar Errors, is a work by Thomas Browne refuting the common errors and superstitions of his age. It first appeared in 1646 and went through five subsequent editions, the last revision occurring in 1672. The work includes evidence of Browne's adherence to the Baconian method of empirical observation of nature, and was in the vanguard of work-in-progress scientific journalism in the 17th century scientific revolution, though he refers to his work as an encyclopaedia. Throughout its pages frequent examples of Browne's subtle humour can also be found. Browne's three determinants for obtaining truth were firstly, the authority of past authors, secondly, the act of reason and lastly, empirical experience. Each of these determinants are employed upon subjects ranging from the cosmological to common folklore. Subjects covered in Pseudodoxia are arranged in the time-honoured Renaissance scale of creation, the learned doctor assaying to dispel errors and fallacies concerning the mineral, vegetable and animal kingdoms before moving to errors pictorial, to those of man, geography, astronomy and finally of the cosmos.
Subjects
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Pseudodoxia epidemica?
This edition of Pseudodoxia epidemica has approximately 386 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 Pseudodoxia epidemica?
For most readers, Pseudodoxia epidemica typically takes between 8h 3m and 5h 22m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 96,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 26m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 13 days • Estimated word count: 96,500 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 Pseudodoxia epidemica?
The estimated word count for Pseudodoxia epidemica is approximately 96,500 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 Pseudodoxia epidemica?
Pseudodoxia epidemica was written by Thomas Browne.
When was Pseudodoxia epidemica published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1972. The original work may have been published on a different date.