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Typically, I enjoy Greek mythology far more than analysis of Greek mythology. I expected not to enjoy this (I even set it aside after the second chapter), but thankfully it far exceeded my expectations.
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Despite repeated attempts over the years, I have never been able to sustain any interest in Greek Classics. This is easily the most engaging and compelling book I have read on the subject. Haynes helped me to see more than testosterone addled self-absorbed psychopaths. Who knows? Maybe I'll try Emily Wilson's translation of Odyssey next or some plays from Euripides.