Series:

First Greek Myths

10 total works

Cover of Theseus and the Minotaur

Theseus and the Minotaur

by Saviour Pirotta

Published 17 January 2008

Does Theseus have what it takes to defeat the Minotaur?

Theseus heads to Athens to meet his father, overcoming many obstacles on his travels.

Once there he discovers 14 Athenians are about to be sent to the man-eating Minotaur, who lives in an elaborate labyrinth in Crete.

He volunteers, determined to prove himself a hero. Will he defeat the Minotaur? And how will he escape the labyrinth?

 

Classic Greek Mythology Series

Enjoy delving into the lives of these ancient Greek heroes. Discover their many adventures, from fighting monsters, to undertaking life-threatening tasks and attempting to achieve the impossible.

Clear language and beautiful artwork makes it easier for young readers to engage with these epic stories.

The Classic Greek Mythology series  includes:

Theseus & the Minotaur 978-1-78171-636-6

Perseus & Medusa 978-1-78171-638-0

Jason & the Golden Fleece 978-1-78171-640-3

The Twelve Tasks of Hercules 978-1-78171-642-7

Cover of Jason and The Golden Fleece

Jason and The Golden Fleece

by Saviour Pirotta

Published 7 February 2008
Jason goes to find the Golden Fleece, so he can get the throne back from his wicked uncle. But first he must brave evil skeletons and get past a terrible serpent!

Cover of Arachne, the Spider Woman
Arachne is always boasting that her weaving is better than the goddess Athena's. So Athena decides to teach the boastful girl a terrible lesson. And Odysseus is such a great hero, he comes up with a wonderful plan to get into the well-protected city of Troy! Join a cast of larger-than-life characters in a series of extraordinary adventures. A wonderful set of straightforward, friendly and accessible Greek Myth retellings, with clear type and irresistible illustrations. All the favourite stories are here.

Cover of Icarus, The Boy Who Could Fly
Icarus's dad is a great inventor but when he gives his son wings, so they can escape the island they live on, things don't go according to plan at all. Join a cast of larger-than-life characters in a series of extraordinary adventures.

Cover of King Midas's Goldfingers
King Midas's greatest wish is to be the richest king in the land, but when his wish is granted, he realises it isn't his heart's desire after all. But is it too late to change? And Pandora's excessive curiosity causes trouble beyond her worst nightmares. This set of accessible Greek Myth retellings has clear type is well-illustrated.

Cover of Arion The Dolphin Boy

Arion The Dolphin Boy

by Saviour Pirotta

Published 7 February 2008
Arion was the greatest poet in the world. On his way home from a far-off land, sailors want to steal his treasure and leave him to drown. Who will save him?

Cover of Pegasus The Flying Horse

Pegasus The Flying Horse

by Saviour Pirotta

Published 17 January 2008
The king wants Bellerophon, the bravest man in the country, to kill a hideous monster that is scaring his people. Bellerophon must use Pegasus, the flying horse, to help.

Cover of Odysseus and the Wooden Horse
Arachne is always boasting that her weaving is better than the goddess Athena's. So Athena decides to teach the boastful girl a terrible lesson. And Odysseus is such a great hero, he comes up with a wonderful plan to get into the well-protected city of Troy! Join a cast of larger-than-life characters in a series of extraordinary adventures. A wonderful set of straightforward, friendly and accessible Greek Myth retellings, with clear type and irresistible illustrations. All the favourite stories are here.

Cover of Perseus and The Monstrous Medusa
Perseus is determined to save his mother from their tyrant king, but to do so he must face the monstrous Medusa, even though one look upon her face can turn a man to stone! Join a cast of larger-than-life characters in a series of extraordinary adventures.

Cover of The Secret Of Pandora's Box
Epimetheus is happy when beautiful Pandora comes to live with him. But when she opens Epimetheus's special chest, the one the Gods warned him not to touch, something terrible escapes...Join a cast of larger-than-life characters in a series of extraordinary adventures.