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Daedalus

In Greek mythology, Daedalus was a skilled craftsman and artisan who created the labyrinth on Crete to house the Minotaur. He is more well-known as the father of Icarus. Daedalus made him wax wings and instructed Icarus not to fly too close to the sun.

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What are the themes in icarus allsorts by rober mcgough?

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Some of the themes in "Icarus Allsorts" by Roger McGough include exploration of human ambition and hubris, the consequences of taking risks, the fallibility of humanity, and the fragility of life. The poem also highlights the juxtaposition between aspiration and limitation, and the inevitability of failure in the pursuit of unattainable goals.

What textual aids are used in the myth Daedalus and icarus?

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Textual aids used in the myth of Daedalus and Icarus may include descriptions of characters, dialogue between characters, setting details, and narration to provide background information and move the story forward. Additionally, metaphors and symbolism may be employed to enhance the meaning and themes of the myth.

What interpretations are a possible theme of Ovid's The Story of Daedalus and Icarus?

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Reaching too high can be the cause of your eventual downfall. Also, it may be dangerous to experiment without good experience.

Why daedalus made wings for himself and his son?

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Because daedalus loved icarus deeply and it broke their heart to see icarus so vulnerable not being able to fly so they, themselves, built wings for icarus

What are the characters in deadalus and icarus?

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In the myth of Daedalus and Icarus, the characters are Daedalus, an ingenious craftsman and inventor, and his son Icarus. They are imprisoned on the island of Crete and Daedalus creates wings made of feathers and wax for them to escape. Icarus flies too close to the sun, the wax on his wings melts, and he falls into the sea and drowns.

What are Daedalus instructions to Icarus?

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To fly a middle course, not going too high or too low

Why does daedalus come to crete to begin?

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Daedalus come to Crete to build his awesome Labyrinth and to defeat the minotaur that ravages the island to get far away from Athens as possible.

A skilled inventor and craftsman, Daedalus was hired by King Minos of Crete, to create the Labyrinth, in order to house the Minotaur.

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What is the solution of Daedalus and icarus?

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