Socrates' Second Sailing
Seth Benardete
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at 250 WPM3h 58m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 3h 58m to read Socrates' Second Sailing.
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Socrates' Second Sailing
Published
1989
Publisher
University of Chicago Press
Pages
238
ISBN-10
0226042421
Description
In this section-by-section commentary, the author argues that Plato's Republic is a holistic analysis of the beautiful, the good, and the just. This book provides a fresh interpretation of the Republic and a new understanding of philosophy as practised by Plato and Socrates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Socrates' Second Sailing?
This edition of Socrates' Second Sailing has approximately 238 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 Socrates' Second Sailing?
For most readers, Socrates' Second Sailing typically takes between 4h 58m and 3h 18m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 59,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 58m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 59,500 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 Socrates' Second Sailing?
The estimated word count for Socrates' Second Sailing is approximately 59,500 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 Socrates' Second Sailing?
Socrates' Second Sailing was written by Seth Benardete.
When was Socrates' Second Sailing published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1989. The original work may have been published on a different date.