Theseus: Battling the Minotaur

Upon discovering he is the son of King Aegeus, Theseus is sent to the Labyrinth of Crete to confront the Minotaur, a fearsome half-man, half-bull creature. In this graphic-novel retelling, the hero must navigate the maze, outwit the monster, and end the deadly tribute that Athens pays to the island. The vivid panels and clear text bring the ancient myth to life for readers in grades 4-8, while preserving the adventure and drama of the original legend.