Talos: The Giant Robot

Bring your children to learn the incredible tale of Talos, the Giant Robot. Doty will accompany you, and Martin, the virtual reality robot, will tell the story.

Talos is a fascinating figure from Greek mythology, associated with the island of Crete and the stories of Jason and the Argonauts. He represents a mix of ideas about robotics, divine protection, and the classic theme that even the mightiest usually have a weakness.

Talos was first mentioned around 700 B.C. and is considered the earliest mention of robotics.

Talos was an automaton, a mechanical being. Zeus had Hephaestus forging it to help Legendary King Minos protect Crete from thieves and enemies.

Despite his colossal size and strength, Talos's vulnerability was key to his survival. A single vein carrying Ichor (the blood of the gods, or divine life-fluid) and the single bronze plug securing it in his ankles represent a classic mythological trope. This detail makes his defeat possible through cleverness rather than brute force.

Medea's role is crucial. As a powerful sorceress, often portrayed as cunning and dangerous, she possesses the knowledge and power to exploit Talos's weakness. She uses her magical trickery to make Talos loosen the bolted nail to spill the Ichor. Talos' fall signifies the end of an era of absolute, unthinking protection for Crete.

Explore the myth of Talos with your children and have fun. "Talos, the Giant Robot" is a powerful story about protection, power, and the ingenuity required to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

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Talos: The Giant Robot

Bring your children to learn the incredible tale of Talos, the Giant Robot. Doty will accompany you, and Martin, the virtual reality robot, will tell the story.

Talos is a fascinating figure from Greek mythology, associated with the island of Crete and the stories of Jason and the Argonauts. He represents a mix of ideas about robotics, divine protection, and the classic theme that even the mightiest usually have a weakness.

Talos was first mentioned around 700 B.C. and is considered the earliest mention of robotics.

Talos was an automaton, a mechanical being. Zeus had Hephaestus forging it to help Legendary King Minos protect Crete from thieves and enemies.

Despite his colossal size and strength, Talos's vulnerability was key to his survival. A single vein carrying Ichor (the blood of the gods, or divine life-fluid) and the single bronze plug securing it in his ankles represent a classic mythological trope. This detail makes his defeat possible through cleverness rather than brute force.

Medea's role is crucial. As a powerful sorceress, often portrayed as cunning and dangerous, she possesses the knowledge and power to exploit Talos's weakness. She uses her magical trickery to make Talos loosen the bolted nail to spill the Ichor. Talos' fall signifies the end of an era of absolute, unthinking protection for Crete.

Explore the myth of Talos with your children and have fun. "Talos, the Giant Robot" is a powerful story about protection, power, and the ingenuity required to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

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Talos: The Giant Robot

Talos: The Giant Robot

by Monica Paul
Talos: The Giant Robot

Talos: The Giant Robot

by Monica Paul

Overview

Bring your children to learn the incredible tale of Talos, the Giant Robot. Doty will accompany you, and Martin, the virtual reality robot, will tell the story.

Talos is a fascinating figure from Greek mythology, associated with the island of Crete and the stories of Jason and the Argonauts. He represents a mix of ideas about robotics, divine protection, and the classic theme that even the mightiest usually have a weakness.

Talos was first mentioned around 700 B.C. and is considered the earliest mention of robotics.

Talos was an automaton, a mechanical being. Zeus had Hephaestus forging it to help Legendary King Minos protect Crete from thieves and enemies.

Despite his colossal size and strength, Talos's vulnerability was key to his survival. A single vein carrying Ichor (the blood of the gods, or divine life-fluid) and the single bronze plug securing it in his ankles represent a classic mythological trope. This detail makes his defeat possible through cleverness rather than brute force.

Medea's role is crucial. As a powerful sorceress, often portrayed as cunning and dangerous, she possesses the knowledge and power to exploit Talos's weakness. She uses her magical trickery to make Talos loosen the bolted nail to spill the Ichor. Talos' fall signifies the end of an era of absolute, unthinking protection for Crete.

Explore the myth of Talos with your children and have fun. "Talos, the Giant Robot" is a powerful story about protection, power, and the ingenuity required to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781944871499
Publisher: Magic Masterminds LLC
Publication date: 04/20/2025
Series: Traditions of the World
Edition description: Talos. the Giant Robot ed. Large Print
Pages: 34
Product dimensions: 8.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.09(d)
Age Range: 4 - 7 Years

About the Author

I began writing when I learned the letters. In 1985, my first job was as an elementary English teacher. In 1992, I collaborated with IT firms like Adobe and Visio. I opened my PR firm in 2001 and ghostwrote directors and VPs. So, I decided to perfect my writing. I enrolled in Berkeley and invested in courses from Writers Digest U.Since 2019, I've collaborated as a ghostwriter and editor for the IT analyst firm IDC, AWS, MS, and other IT companies. All these years, I would write stories but didn't publish them.I learned from children that they love traditions, myths, and legends. I created Traditions of the World with the uttermost goal of helping parents balance digital and real-life experiences while telling them cool stories about the marvelous cultures on this planet. Despite Gen AI and other technologies, our brains need daily exercise. So, I give children adventures with myths and legends stories, always based on trustworthy sources, as well as printable activity workbooks. Technology is a tool but never a substitute for human value. Children must always think and learn in fun ways.
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