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The Minotaur

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Minotaur
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Russell Punter
Illustrated by Linda Cavallini
SeriesYoung Reading Series 1
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:48
Dimensions(mm): Height 201,Width 143
ISBN/Barcode 9780746096963
ClassificationsDewey:823.92
Audience
Children / Juvenile

Publishing Details

Publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd
Imprint Usborne Publishing Ltd
Publication Date 31 July 2009
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

A new edition to Young Reading Series One, based on the Greek myth, aimed at children just beginning to read to help build confidence and ability. The classic Greek myth retold with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Brave Theseus takes on the challenge of defeating the fearsome Minotaur deep in a maze of tunnels below Crete. But will he return from the Labyrinth alive? Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. With links to fun and simple websites with games and activities.

Author Biography

Russell Punter was born in Bedfordshire, England. As a boy he enjoyed writing and illustrating his own stories. He later trained as a graphic designer before entering publishing. Since then, he has written over ninety books for children, including original fiction and adaptations of classic novels