The ruling power
Aelius Aristides
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The ruling power
Published
1959
Publisher
American Philosophical Society
Pages
1003
Description
This volume looks at the attitude toward the Roman Empire two centuries after Christ. The author used the Roman Oration by Aelius Aristides to study how the empire looked to educated people who sat or might have sat in the town councils of Greek cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The ruling power?
This edition of The ruling power has approximately 1003 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 ruling power?
For most readers, The ruling power typically takes between 20h 54m and 13h 56m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 250,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 16h 43m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 34 days • Estimated word count: 250,750 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 The ruling power?
The estimated word count for The ruling power is approximately 250,750 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 The ruling power?
The ruling power was written by Aelius Aristides.
When was The ruling power published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1959. The original work may have been published on a different date.