A Handbook of Greek Mythology vs Ancient Greek cults: Which Should You Read?
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A Handbook of Greek Mythology
In this new and substantially revised edition of H. J. Rose's classic survey and analysis of the evolution and tradition of Greek myth, Robin Hard adds various features which bring the work up-to-date with contemporary…
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Ancient Greek cults
Using archaeological, epigraphic and literary sources, and incorporating current scholarly theories, this volume offers an accessible account of the Greek gods for undergraduate students.
The verdict
- Ratings are close across the board — any is a safe pick by score.
- A Handbook of Greek Mythology has the widest readership — 3 ratings behind its score.
- A Handbook of Greek Mythology reaches further in scholarship and criticism — cited 183 times.
How to choose
Scores by source
| A Handbook of Greek Mythology | Ancient Greek cults | |
|---|---|---|
| Goodreads | 3.3 (3) | — |
| Hardcover | — | 5.0 (1) |
Reception
| A Handbook of Greek Mythology | Ancient Greek cults | |
|---|---|---|
| Ratings | 3 | 1 |
| Editions | 16 | 8 |
| Citations | 183 | 85 |
| Pages | 363 | 320 |