Theseus and the Minotaur: A Graphic Retelling

by Blake Hoena

Book Overview

As a war tribute to Crete, King Aegeus of Athens is forced to give 14 tributes as a sacrifice to the minotaur, a creature that is half-man, half-bull. To complete his quest and save the tributes from a horrible fate, Theseus must travel to the heart of the Labyrinth and confront the ferocious beast himself. Exciting illustrations in graphic novel format and crafty story-telling bring the twisting tale to life. Ancient Facts throughout the book provide more information about the characters, settings, and primary sources of the original stories.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1491422793
• ISBN13: 9781491422793
• Release Date: February 2015
• Publisher: Capstone Press
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.6" x 8.7"
• Age Range: 8 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 9