18 books like Encyclopedia of ancient deities

What to read after Encyclopedia of ancient deities — books similar to it, matched on shared themes.

Ilium Dan Simmons · 2003 · ★ 4.0 · 352p · ≈ 11h · Moderate From the author of the Hyperion Cantos -- one of the most acclaimed popular series in contemporary science fiction -- comes a powerful epic of high-tech gods, human heroes, total war, and the extraordinary transcendence of ordinary beings. The first book in a two-part epic. "I am in awe of Dan Simmons." -- Stephen King. From the towering heights of Olympos Mons on Mars, the mighty Zeus and his… Shares Greek Gods, Gods, Greek Mythology, Mythology

The Burning Maze Rick Riordan · 2018 · ★ 4.3 · 448p · ≈ 14h · Moderate The formerly glorious god Apollo, cast down to earth in punishment by Zeus, is now an awkward mortal teenager named Lester Papadopoulos. In order to regain his place on Mount Olympus, Lester must restore five Oracles that have gone dark. But he has to achieve this impossible task without having any godly powers and while being duty-bound to a confounding young daughter of Demeter named Meg.… Shares Greek Gods, Gods, Greek Mythology

Mythos Stephen Fry · 2017 · ★ 4.3 · 446p · ≈ 14h · Moderate Here are the thrills, grandeur, and unabashed fun of the Greek myths, stylishly retold by Stephen Fry. The legendary writer, actor, and comedian breathes life into ancient tales, from Pandora's box to Prometheus's fire, and transforms the adventures of Zeus and the Olympians into emotionally resonant and deeply funny stories, without losing any of their original wonder. Classical artwork inspired… Shares Goddesses, Gods, Greek Mythology, Mythology

The Myths of Plato Πλάτων · 1905 · 544p · ≈ 18h · Moderate tr., with introductory and other observations Shares Greek Mythology, Mythology

Cyclops Tells All Nancy Loewen · 2014 · 32p · ≈ 1h · Light Shares Greek Mythology, Mythology with this book.

Margaret and her friends Caroline Wells Healey Dall · 1895 · 162p · ≈ 5h · Challenging The only firsthand account of one of Fuller's famous "Conversations," the first of which to men were invited. Guests included Bronson Alcott, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Sophia and George Ripley, Sophia and Elizabeth Peabody, Caroline Sturgis and Jones Very. Dall, who went on the become a major figure in the woman's rights movement in Massachusetts, includes direct quotes attributed to Fuller and… Shares Greek Mythology, Mythology

A book of myths Jeanie Lang · 1915 · 286p · ≈ 9h · Moderate Shares Greek Mythology, Mythology with this book.

Mythology Jane Ellen Harrison · 1924 · ★ 4.0 · 155p · ≈ 5h · Moderate Shares Greek Mythology, Mythology with this book.

The Greek mythology

The Greek mythology Alexander Duthie · 1932 · 168p · ≈ 5h · Moderate Shares Greek Mythology, Mythology with this book.

The Iliad and the Odyssey of Homer Alfred John Church · 1906 · 277p · ≈ 9h · Moderate Shares Greek Mythology, Mythology with this book.

Heroes, Gods and Monsters of the Greek Myths Bernard Evslin · 1967 · ★ 3.9 · 112p · ≈ 3h · Moderate This book is a great read for anyone looking into mythology. I wasn't into all that stuff until I read this book. It talks about each Greek god, goddess, monster, and hero. Shares Greek Goddesses, Greek Gods, Greek Mythology, Mythology

The Tyrant's Tomb Rick Riordan · 2019 · ★ 4.5 · 444p · ≈ 14h · Moderate In his penultimate adventure, a devastated but determined Apollo travels to Camp Jupiter, where he must learn what it is to be a hero, or die trying. It's not easy being Apollo, especially when you've been turned into a human and banished from Olympus. On his path to restoring five ancient oracles and reclaiming his godly powers, Apollo (aka Lester Papadopoulos) has faced both triumphs and… Shares Greek Gods, Gods, Greek Mythology

Olympos Dan Simmons · 2005 · ★ 4.0 · 891p · ≈ 29h · Moderate Beneath the gaze of the gods, the mighty armies of Greece and Troy met in fierce and glorious combat, scrupulously following the text set forth in Homer's timeless narrative. But that was before one observer -- Twenty-first Century scholar Thomas Hockenberry -- stirred the bloody brew; before an enraged Achilles joined forces with his archenemy Hector; and before the fleet-footed mankiller turned… Shares Greek Gods, Gods, Greek Mythology, Mythology

Mythology Neil Philip · 1995 · ★ 3.7 · 71p · ≈ 2h · Moderate World myths, gods, heroes, creatures and mythical places revealed"Eyewitness Companions offer an essential reference library, perfect for novices or anyone who just wants to know more about their favourite pastime." HeydayUndertake a quest of discovery — and learn about some of the greatest myths and characters the world has ever known — without leaving your armchair.Get the story behind famous… Shares Religions, Mythology

Gods Behaving Badly Marie Phillips · 2007 · ★ 4.5 · 288p · ≈ 9h · Moderate Being a Greek god is not all it once was. Yes, the twelve gods of Olympus are alive and well in the twenty-first century, but they are crammed together in a London townhouse-and none too happy about it. And they've had to get day jobs: Artemis as a dog-walker, Apollo as a TV psychic, Aphrodite as a phone sex operator, Dionysus as a DJ.Even more disturbingly, their powers are waning, and even… Shares Greek Goddesses, Greek Gods, Mythology

Artemis the brave Joan Holub · 2010 · ★ 4.2 · 221p · ≈ 7h · Moderate While protecting egotistical transfer student Orion, Artemis makes a mistake that later provides her with the chance that she has both hoped for and dreaded, to prove her courage to herself and others at Mount Olympus Academy. Shares Greek Goddesses, Greek Gods, Gods, Greek Mythology

Euripidis Tragoediae Euripides · 1823 · 161p · ≈ 5h · Challenging Shares Greek Mythology, Mythology with this book.

The Greek gods Bernard Evslin · 1966 · ★ 4.5 · 116p · ≈ 3h · Moderate The biography of all the gods of ancient Greece. Shares Greek Gods, Greek Mythology, Mythology

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