Theseus and the Minotaur

Son of both a god and a man, Theseus was destined for greatness. How did he become both the king of Athens and the creator of democracy? And why did he abandon Ariadne after she risked her life to save him? Thanks to the unique flair of writer and artist Yvan Pommaux, this classic tale is brought vi...

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Main Author: Pommaux, Yvan.
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
French
Published: New York : A Toon Graphic, an imprint of Candlewick Press, 2014.
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Summary: Son of both a god and a man, Theseus was destined for greatness. How did he become both the king of Athens and the creator of democracy? And why did he abandon Ariadne after she risked her life to save him? Thanks to the unique flair of writer and artist Yvan Pommaux, this classic tale is brought vividly to life in glorious retelling of the original myth."--Back cover.
Physical Description: 53 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 26 cm
ISBN: 9781935179610
1935179616
Author Notes: Yvan Pommaux is a beloved children's book author in France who is known for his detailed research and illustration style. In 1995 he was awarded the prestigious Grand Prix de la Ville de Paris. Three schools have been named after him as a testament to the joy and educational appeal of his work for children. Theseus and the Minotaur is Pommaux's first book in English.