The Book of the Dead vs Φαίδων: Which Should You Read?

Both live on shelves: Religion, Philosophy, Nonfiction, Classic Literature, Fiction

Cover of The Book of the Dead

The Book of the Dead E. A. Wallis Budge · 1894 ★★★★☆ 3.9 43 pages · ≈ 48 min · Demanding Find on Amazon

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Cover of Φαίδων

Φαίδων Plato · 1713 ★★★★☆ 4.1 198 pages · ≈ 3 h 40 m · Demanding Find on Amazon

The verdict

Ratings are close: 3.9 vs 4.1 — either is a safe pick by score.
The Book of the Dead is the quicker read — about 1 hours vs 3 for Φαίδων.

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