Atalanta's Race vs The earthly paradise: Which Should You Read?

Both live on shelves: Medieval Literature, Storytelling, Classical Mythology, Adaptations, Greek Mythology, Poetry

Cover of Atalanta's Race

Atalanta's Race William Morris · 1888 ★★★★☆ 3.8 242 pages · ≈ 4 h 29 m · Demanding Find on Amazon

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Cover of The earthly paradise

The earthly paradise William Morris · 1868 ★★★★☆ 3.8 445 pages · ≈ 8 h 14 m · Demanding Find on Amazon

The verdict

Ratings are close: 3.8 vs 3.8 — either is a safe pick by score.
Atalanta's Race is the quicker read — about 4 hours vs 8 for The earthly paradise.

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