An early Attic king, he is said to have introduced wine to his people, a gift from Dionysos. The people however thought they were being poisoned so killed Ikarios. A little harsh, perhaps - they should have given him a medal. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/visitor-contributions.php
An early Attic king, he is said to have introduced wine to his people, a gift from Dionysos. The people however thought they were being poisoned so killed Ikarios. A little harsh, perhaps - they should have given him a medal.