Description
By (author) Corvaglia, Sonia Elisabetta; Illustrated by Láng, Anna
Journey into the Labyrinth with Theseus. Can he defeat the creature inside and escape the maze?
A young hero has arrived on the isle of Crete to defeat the vicious monster known as the Minotaur. But first, he must get in and out of a giant maze! Is the ball of yarn that the princess gives him really magic? Colorful and easy to read, this picture-book adaptation of Theseus’s quest brings ancient myth to life—with a dash of adventure.
Bright art from bestselling illustrator Anna Láng reimagines the ancient Greek hero for a modern audience, while Sonia Elisabetta Corvaglia’s age-appropriate text makes for a page-turning volume. Theseus and the Minotaur is perfect for young mythology lovers. Story time has never been so epic!
Adventure into the epic and magical world of Greek myths with this brightly illustrated series for young readers. More titles in the Little Library of Greek Myths series include the legends of Greek gods and heroes like Hercules, Odysseus, and Zeus.
Biographical note
Sonia Elisabetta Corvaglia was born in the province of Lecce, Italy, and currently lives and works in Milan. She teaches high-school literature and collaborates with local libraries as a consultant for projects to promote literacy and reading. She also oversees school programs to encourage inclusivity and to combat bullying and cyberbullying. Corvaglia has authored and ghostwritten numerous novels, children’s books, and online articles. Anna Láng is a Hungarian graphic designer and illustrator who is currently living and working in Sardinia. She attended the Hungarian University of Fine Arts in Budapest and graduated as a graphic designer in 2011. She worked for three years with an advertising agency and the National Theatre of Budapest. In 2013, she won the National Graphic Design Biennial, Békéscsaba award for her Shakespeare Poster series. Now she passionately illustrates children’s books, including a number of White Star Kids titles.
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