Poetical works of Robert Bridges vs Revolting rhymes: Which Should You Read?
Both live on shelves: English poetry, Poetry
Poetical works of Robert Bridges
Each section preceded by a bibliographical note. Second edition. Prometheus the firegiver, a mask in the Greek manner.--Demeter, a mask.--Eros and psyche.--The growth of love.--Shorter poems, --New poems, --Later…
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Revolting rhymes
Presents humorous retellings of six well-known fairy tales featuring surprise endings in place of the traditional happily-ever-after.
The verdict
- Readers rate Revolting rhymes highest: Revolting rhymes 4.1 · Poetical works of Robert Bridges 3.8.
- Revolting rhymes is the quickest read — about 1 hours vs 8 for Poetical works of Robert Bridges.
- Revolting rhymes has the widest readership — 22164 ratings behind its score.
How to choose
Scores by source
| Poetical works of Robert Bridges | Revolting rhymes | |
|---|---|---|
| Goodreads | 3.7 (21) | 4.2 (22164) |
| Hardcover | — | 3.9 (57) |
Reception
| Poetical works of Robert Bridges | Revolting rhymes | |
|---|---|---|
| Ratings | 21 | 22164 |
| Editions | 70 | 58 |
| Film adaptations | — | 1 |
| Want to read | 102 | 7669 |
| Reading it now | 8 | 264 |
| Written reviews | 21 | 1365 |
| Wikipedia attention | — | 1477 |
| Pages | 484 | 52 |