The Homeric Hymns by Homer

The Homeric Hymns

Homer with Jules Cashford (Translator), Nicholas Richardson (Contributor)

224 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction classics poetry adventurous reflective slow-paced

Description

Composed for recitation at festivals, these 33 songs were written in honour of the gods and goddesses of the ancient Greek pantheon. They recount the key episodes in the lives of the gods, and dramatise the moments when they first appear before mo...

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Moods

reflective 80%
adventurous 70%
informative 70%
inspiring 50%
lighthearted 20%
relaxing 20%
challenging 10%
dark 10%
emotional 10%
funny 10%
hopeful 10%
mysterious 10%

Pace

fast 63%
medium 27%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | N/A: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 42% | It's complicated: 28% | N/A: 28%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 42% | N/A: 28% | No: 14% | Yes: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 42% | N/A: 28% | No: 14% | Yes: 14%

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