Theseus and the Minotaur by Yvan Pommaux

Jeff Smith, Author of Bone An ancient story wonderfully retold in a perfectly ancient way, graphically, text and pictures more together than either could be alone. Presents the story of Theseus and his battle against the Minotaur as a graphic novel.

Kirkus Reviews Absolutely brilliant! Smart and well told - plus the art is sublime. Get FREE shipping on Theseus and the Minotaur by Yvan Pommaux, from. Pommaux's suggestion that Theseus neglected to change his ship's black sails because he was 'distraught' over leaving Ariadne behind is a nice touch. School Library Journal Sound effects and wry dialogue. An accessible, informative, and enjoyable read.

The full-color art complements and enhances the narrative. Booklist A widely appealing tale in which a heroic warrior reclaims his destiny. Added at the end is an in-depth glossary that further explains characters and topics only briefly mentioned in the text, making it an ideal resource for those learning about this myth for the first time. Teachers looking for a great resource on this myth will be pleased. Large splash panels really draw the eye and give a great sense of story, which should help students who may struggle to read the large blocks of text. Publishers Weekly Pommaux's illustrations focus on light coloring and shading, making the sometimes brutal story gentle enough for younger audiences. Character bios, pronunciations, and an index round out a handsomely illustrated introduction to a classical hero. Kirkus Reviews, French author-artist Pommaux offers a solid graphic retelling of the life of Theseus, first published in France. Available in used condition with free US shipping on orders over 10. Pommaux's suggestion that Theseus neglected to change his ship's black sails because he was 'distraught' over leaving Ariadne behind is a nice touch. Buy Theseus and the Minotaur: A TOON Graphic By Yvan Pommaux.