F. L. Lucas (1894-1967) was a highly respected Classicist, poet and codebreaker. Originally published in 1932 as a limited edition of 500 copies, this volume contains the text of his epic poem retelling the well-known myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Classical reception and in the modern treatment of Classical myth.
For fans of Circe and Elektra, a powerful retelling about the woman behind one of the greatest Greek myths.Killing the Minotaur is only half the story...As heir to the throne in ancient Crete,...
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of...
The 18th century was a wealth of knowledge, exploration and rapidly growing technology and expanding record-keeping made possible by advances in the printing press. In its...
A compelling tale of love and betrayal set in the mythical world of ancient Greece. This opera tells the story of Ariadne, who is abandoned by her lover Theseus on the island of Naxos, and her...