Overview
About this book
System of Economical Contradictions; Or, The Philosophy of Misery is available in the Project Gutenberg source edition credited to P.-J. (Pierre-Joseph) Proudhon. Catalog subjects include Economics. This edition retains the source text, including any introductory material and notes.
- First published
- Unknown year
- Language
- English
- Copyright status
- Public domain
- Source edition
- Project Gutenberg ebook #444
English level
B2–C1 · Deep reading
System of Economical Contradictions; Or, The Philosophy of Misery is calibrated from 36,715 sampled words across 10 chapters: sentences average 27.5 words, 48.4% exceed 24 words and 12.7% of words are nine letters or longer.
Explore the B2–C1 level →Sentence rhythm
What the prose asks
Extended sentences averaging 27.5 words, with 23.1% reaching 40 words or more
Vocabulary
What may slow you down
12.7% of sampled words contain nine or more letters; names and period vocabulary still vary by chapter
Reading rhythm
Medium commitment
Regular chapter-sized stopping points support a steady plan. About 11 calm 30-minute sessions.
Suggested approach
Read with momentum
Read in planned sessions and keep short notes on claims, evidence and changes in voice
Best starting point
Begin with chapter one
The full text is ready with speech, lookup and saved progress.
CEFR-aligned Linden estimate · high confidence · sampled full text · Calibrated 2026-09-08 · Provisional, not an exam certification.
Table of contents
10 chapters
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P.-J. (Pierre-Joseph) Proudhon
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