How Long to Read Greek Myths and Stories

How Long Does it Take to Read Greek Myths and Stories?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 34 minutes to read Greek Myths and Stories by Aphrodite Matsakis, PH D

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Psyche's passion, Achilles' grief, Ulysses' longing for home, and Hector's conflicting loyalties come alive in this collection of Greek myths. Zeus and Hera's power struggles, Io's paralyzing fears, Demetra's relentless search for her kidnapped daughter, and other stories are told in a dramatic fashion. Psychological and sociological insights are included, as are stories of famous Greeks, such as Socrates, who answered questions with more questions and history altering events, such as the vastly outnumbered 300 Spartans' courageous last stand at Thermopylae. Psyche's passion for her lover helps her combat her suicidal despair, and Ulysses' longing for home helps him outwit the monstrous Cyclops and survive the enchantress Circe and his many enemies. Achilles' grief over the death of his best friend results in a murderous rampage which is only ended by the tears of an old man. This book presents stories of Zeus' infidelities and his wife Hera's vengeful fury, of how their neglect of their son Ares transform him into the God of War, and of how their abuse of Hephaestus results in his creative genius. This book also captures the antics of Hermes, the trickster god, and the highlights of the Trojan War, with its tales of bravery, lies, sex, and do or die decisions. A wide range of other myths are told, including lesser-known myths about Tantalus, who is forever tortured by the sight of food and drink he cannot reach, and about Io, a cow who becomes a goddess. Aphrodite Matsakis, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist and the author of Growing Up Greek in St. Louis, as well as twelve books on post-traumatic stress disorder and other psychological topics.

How long is Greek Myths and Stories?

Greek Myths and Stories by Aphrodite Matsakis, PH D is 208 pages long, and a total of 53,664 words.

This makes it 70% the length of the average book. It also has 66% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Greek Myths and Stories Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 53 minutes to read Greek Myths and Stories aloud.

What Reading Level is Greek Myths and Stories?

Greek Myths and Stories is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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