The Meditations
Marcus Aurelius
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at 250 WPM2h 40m
The average reader, reading at a speed of 250 WPM, would take 2h 40m to read The Meditations.
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The Meditations
Published
November 5, 2002
Publisher
Scribner
Pages
160
ISBN-13
9780743233835
ISBN-10
0743233832
Description
Emperor of Rome from 161 to 180 A.D., Marcus Aurelius is considered one of history's "philosopher kings," and his Meditations were perhaps his most lasting legacy. Never meant to be published, Marcus' writings on Stoicism, life, and leadership were the personal notes he used to make sense of the world. They remain a wonderful insight into the mind of a man who ruled history's most revered empire at the age of 40 and provide remarkably practical advice for everyday life (from John Coleman, HBR Blog Network)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Meditations?
This edition of The Meditations has approximately 160 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 The Meditations?
For most readers, The Meditations typically takes between 3h 20m and 2h 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 40,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 40m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 40,000 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 The Meditations?
The estimated word count for The Meditations is approximately 40,000 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 The Meditations?
The Meditations was written by Marcus Aurelius.
When was The Meditations published?
The publication date for this specific edition is November 5, 2002. The original work may have been published on a different date.