Theseus volunteers as one of the sacrificial victims and vows to slay the Minotaur. When the Athenians arrive at the island of Crete, Ariadne, daughter of King Minos, falls in love with Theseus.

Tales from Ancient Greece. Ancient Greek mythology. KS2. Theseus and the Minotaur. Theseus travels to the court of King Minos to fight the half-man, half-bull, Minotaur. BBC School Radio. BBC Teach.

Theseus volunteered to go after learning about this, and with the help of Minos’ own daughter, Ariadne, Theseus killed the Minotaur and freed Athens from the terrible ritual.

Theseus, the Prince of Athens had come to Crete with a mission. He would put an end to his country’s people becoming fodder for the Minotaur. Read on… The next ...

"Theseus and Ariadne is a powerful myth reflecting the challenges teenagers face as they transition into adulthood. It explores how life’s journey, filled with encounters of good and evil ...

Most impressive of all in Theseus’ bag of immersive tricks however, is the Minotaur itself. Going by the name of Asterion, this towering obsidian skinned beast is perhaps the most nightmarish ...

Candlewick/Toon Graphics, $16.95 (56p) ISBN 978-1-935179-61-0 French author-artist Pommaux offers a solid graphic retelling of the life of Theseus, first published in France.

17.75 x 11.75 x 7 in. (45.1 x 29.8 x 17.8 cm.) In a Greek myth involving Gods and monsters, and through a convoluted plot, the Minotaur, imprisoned in an elaborate labyrinth, was sent seven men and ...