Gods and Heros of Greece vs Interpretations of Greek Mythology (Routledge Revivals): Which Should You Read?
Both live on shelves: Mythologie grecque, Greek Mythology, Mythology
Gods and Heros of Greece
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The Adventures that Shaped the Western WorldFirst published in 1934, Gods, Heroes and Men of Ancient Greece has become one of the most popular, enduring--and captivating--retellings of the ancient myths for modern…
Interpretations of Greek Mythology (Routledge Revivals)
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Interpretations of Greek Mythology, first published in1987, builds on the innovative work of Walter Burkert and the ‘Paris school’ of Jean-Pierre Vernant, and represents a renewal of interpretation of Greek mythology.…
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The verdict
- Very close on paper — pick by the themes that pull you more.
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How to choose
Reception
| Gods and Heros of Greece | Interpretations of Greek Mythology (Routledge Revivals) | |
|---|---|---|
| Editions | 19 | 7 |
| Pages | 189 | 295 |
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Questions readers ask
Which is shorter to read: Gods and Heros of Greece or Interpretations of Greek Mythology (Routledge Revivals)?
Gods and Heros of Greece is the quickest read. Estimated at 225 words per minute: Gods and Heros of Greece (189 pages, ≈ 3 h 30 m); Interpretations of Greek Mythology (Routledge Revivals) (295 pages, ≈ 5 h 28 m).
Which is harder to read: Gods and Heros of Greece or Interpretations of Greek Mythology (Routledge Revivals)?
Estimated difficulty, based on era, reader shelves and length — Gods and Heros of Greece: Challenging; Interpretations of Greek Mythology (Routledge Revivals): Moderate.