Description
With no up to date publications discussing Prometheus at length, this book provides a much-needed introduction to the Promethean myth of this rebellious god who defied Zeus to steal fire for mankind.
Seeking to locate the character of this compelling tale’s continuing relevance all through history, Carol Dougherty traces a history of the parable of Prometheus from its origins in ancient Greece, to its resurgence within the works of the Romantic era and beyond.
Offering a comparative approach that includes visual material and film, the book reveals a Prometheus who was once a rise up against Zeus’ tyranny to Aeschylus, a defender of political and artistic integrity to Percy Bysshe Shelley, and a symbol of technological innovation throughout the commercial revolution; his resilience and adaptability illuminating his power and importance in Western culture.
Prometheus is an very important introduction to the Promethean myth for all readers of classics, the arts and literature alike.