The story of Theseus and the Minotaur is one of the best-known Greek myths, inspiring plays, films, books, and countless fantasy games. The Minotaur, originally a unique monster, has spawned an entire race of bull-headed ogres in games such as Dungeons and Dragons. The slaying of the Minotaur is only one part of an entire cycle of tales recounting Theseus' adventures. This resource collects information from a wide range of sources and sets the stories in historical context, showing how myths that have been passed down through the centuries help reflect actual Bronze Age events.