How Long to Read Hesiod's Theogony

How Long Does it Take to Read Hesiod's Theogony?

It takes the average reader 4 hours and 46 minutes to read Hesiod's Theogony by Stephen Scully

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

Description

Stephen Scully both offers a reading of Hesiod's Theogony and traces the reception and shadows of this authoritative Greek creation story in Greek and Roman texts up to Milton's own creation myth, which sought to "soar above th' Aonian Mount i.e., the Theogony]...and justify the ways of God to men." Scully also considers the poem in light of Near Eastern creation stories, including the En ma elish and Genesis, as well as the most striking of modern "scientific myths," Freud's Civilization and its Discontents. Scully reads Hesiod's poem as a hymn to Zeus and a city-state creation myth, arguing...

How long is Hesiod's Theogony?

Hesiod's Theogony by Stephen Scully is 283 pages long, and a total of 71,599 words.

This makes it 96% the length of the average book. It also has 88% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Hesiod's Theogony Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 6 hours and 31 minutes to read Hesiod's Theogony aloud.

What Reading Level is Hesiod's Theogony?

Hesiod's Theogony 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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