352 pages • first pub 1962 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375726804
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 10 July 2001
Description
A brilliant reconstruction of the legend of Theseus, the valiant youth who slew the Minotaur, became king, and brought prosperity to Attica. This brilliant recreation of the story of the legendary hero Theseus begins with his triumphant return fr...
Community Reviews Summary of 206 reviews
Moods
sad 42%
dark 35%
tense 35%
emotional 28%
mysterious 28%
challenging 14%
reflective 14%
Pace
slow 21%
fast 21%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 41% | Character: 33% | Plot: 25%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 36% | No: 27%Loveable characters?
Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 36% | No: 18%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 20% | Yes: 10%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | No: 9%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal death, Death, BloodModerate
Rape, Sexual content, Sexual violence
352 pages • first pub 1962 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780375726804
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 10 July 2001
Description
A brilliant reconstruction of the legend of Theseus, the valiant youth who slew the Minotaur, became king, and brought prosperity to Attica. This brilliant recreation of the story of the legendary hero Theseus begins with his triumphant return fr...
Community Reviews Summary of 206 reviews
Moods
sad 42%
dark 35%
tense 35%
emotional 28%
mysterious 28%
challenging 14%
reflective 14%
Pace
slow 21%
fast 21%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 41% | Character: 33% | Plot: 25%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 36% | No: 27%Loveable characters?
Yes: 45% | It's complicated: 36% | No: 18%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 20% | Yes: 10%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 90% | No: 9%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal death, Death, BloodModerate
Rape, Sexual content, Sexual violence