A new history of Leviathan
Ronald Radosh
A new history of Leviathan
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
Essays on the Rise of the American Corporate State
by Ronald Radosh
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Big companies have shaped America in ways you might never guess! Discover the hidden stories behind the powerful leaders and events that changed the country. What secrets will you uncover about the history of Leviathan?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade fiction book explores the influence of corporations and political leaders in the United States through essays and lectures. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it offers historical insights with a focus on economic and political themes, without graphic or mature content. Parents should note its complex vocabulary and thematic depth aimed at older children interested in history and social studies.
Why we rated A new history of Leviathan 11MT
A new history of Leviathan is written at a Level 6 reading level across 265 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 7.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, A new history of Leviathan works for readers up to grade 8.0.
We rate A new history of Leviathan as 11MT ("Moderate — Thematic") because the content sits in the "Mild" range — mild conflict — the kind a child encounters in normal play and sibling life. The strongest signals come from thematic difficulty — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the mild intensity score.
Thematically, A new history of Leviathan explores corporations, political economy, history, and social studies — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about corporations, political economy, history.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MT — Moderate — ThematicLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0525473122
- Pages
- 265
- Publisher
- Dutton
- Published
- 1972
- Type
- Fiction