Some Metallic Robots

            The traditional science fiction robot is metallic. Why not? Most machines are built out of metal, and, as a matter of fact, real-life industrial robots are metal, too. For the record, however, one famous robot in legend, the Golem, which was brought to life by Rabbi Low of Prague in the Middle Ages, was formed of clay. This legend was influenced, perhaps, by the fact that God had formed Adam of clay as described in the second chapter of Genesis.

            This section contains “Robbie,” my first robot story. It also contains “Stranger in Paradise,” which may leave you wondering after you’re through most of it where the robot is. Be patient!