Lavishly illustrated and impeccably researched, this is a dynamic retelling ofone of the greatest adventure stories of all time. Join Theseus as he solves the mystery of his birth, vanquishes a colorful cast of robbers, and volunteers to slay the frightful half-bull, half-man devouring the children of Athens. In a captivating tale for readers of all ages, destinies tragic and glorious splendidly unfold.This is a sure bet for fans of mythology and a wonderful introduction for readers who have not yet discovered the fascinating world of the ancient Greeks. Author Bio: Robert Byrd is the author-illustrator of several books for young people, including the award-winning Leonardo, Beautiful Dreamer. He lives in New Jersey.Lavishly illustrated and impeccably researched, this is a dynamic retelling ofone of the greatest adventure stories of all time. Join Theseus as he solves the mystery of his birth, vanquishes a colorful cast of robbers, and volunteers to slay the frightful half-bull, half-man devouring the children of Athens. In a captivating tale for readers of all ages, destinies tragic and glorious splendidly unfold.This is a sure bet for fans of mythology and a wonderful introduction for readers who have not yet discovered the fascinating world of the ancient Greeks. Author Bio: Robert Byrd is the author-illustrator of several books for young people, including the award-winning Leonardo, Beautiful Dreamer. He lives in New Jersey.