A history of autobiography in antiquity vs Torches Together: Which Should You Read?
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A history of autobiography in antiquity
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This is Volume IV of 9 historical works from the International Library of Sociology. This is part one of two looking at the history of the autobiography. Appearing in isolation as they do, autobiographies demand for…
Torches Together
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Not many people talk about "joy" these days. Emmy Arnold's memoir radiates just that - an enthusiasm for life and an unflagging optimism grounded in faith. In a genre awash in sordid sex and dysfunctional relationships,…
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The verdict
- Torches Together is the quickest read — about 4 hours vs 6 for A history of autobiography in antiquity.
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How to choose
Scores by source
| A history of autobiography in antiquity | Torches Together | |
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| Goodreads | 4.5 (2) | — |
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Reception
| A history of autobiography in antiquity | Torches Together | |
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| Ratings | 2 | — |
| Editions | 13 | 9 |
| Citations | 64 | — |
| Want to read | 16 | — |
| Pages | 364 | 220 |
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Questions readers ask
Which is shorter to read: A history of autobiography in antiquity or Torches Together?
Torches Together is the quickest read. Estimated at 225 words per minute: Torches Together (220 pages, ≈ 4 h 04 m); A history of autobiography in antiquity (364 pages, ≈ 6 h 44 m).
Which is harder to read: A history of autobiography in antiquity or Torches Together?
Estimated difficulty, based on era, reader shelves and length — A history of autobiography in antiquity: Moderate; Torches Together: Moderate.