A classical dictionary of Hindu mythology and religion, geography, history, and literature vs World mythology: Which Should You Read?

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Cover of A classical dictionary of Hindu mythology and religion, geography, history, and literature

A classical dictionary of Hindu mythology and religion, geography, history, and literature Dowson, John · 1879 ★★★★☆ 4.0 411 pages · ≈ 7 h 37 m · Challenging Find on Amazon

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Cover of World mythology

World mythology Donna Rosenberg · 1986 ★★★★☆ 4.0 561 pages · ≈ 10 h 23 m · Moderate Find on Amazon

The verdict

Ratings are close: 4.0 vs 4.0 — either is a safe pick by score.
A classical dictionary of Hindu mythology and religion, geography, history, and literature is the quicker read — about 7 hours vs 10 for World mythology.
World mythology is the easier read (Moderate), A classical dictionary of Hindu mythology and religion, geography, history, and literature more demanding (Challenging).

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