Which would be a better read to get a grasp of ancient mythologies,

Bumping because I'm trying to get my read on, but can't act until you guys make my decision for me.

Bulfinch

>>8365793
lmao ya get edith

Edith. You get a bit of Norse thrown in for free, and she tells you a bit about the poets.

Both

Read Hesiod for Greek, and the relevant epics for whichever mythologies.

>>8368796
I just wanted a quick and encompassing run through before starting with the ancient texts for a bit more familiarity

Edith Hamilton's. Bulfinch isn't a very good overview, but could be fun if you like the way it's written.

>>8369278
Yeah I've been reading Bulfinch's since I posted this, and while it is entertaining I don't feel I'm getting a grand scope of the entire mythos.
I chose his because I couldn't find Hamilton's online anywhere for free. Does anyone know where I can download it?

>>8369302
Yeah Amazon mate. Pay up.

or you could just torrent it