Publisher's Synopsis
This book, titled ""New Presentation of the Prometheus Bound of Aischylos Wherein is Set Forth the Hidden Meaning of the Myth"" by James Morgan Pryse, is a detailed and insightful analysis of the ancient Greek play ""Prometheus Bound"" by Aeschylus. The author offers a fresh perspective on the well-known myth, exploring its deeper symbolic meanings and uncovering hidden themes and messages that have been overlooked by previous scholars. Through a close reading of the text, Pryse reveals the complex allegories and metaphors that underlie the story of Prometheus, a Titan who defies the gods by stealing fire and giving it to humanity. The book is written in a scholarly yet accessible style, making it suitable for both academic and general readers interested in Greek mythology, literature, and philosophy. Overall, ""New Presentation of the Prometheus Bound"" is a valuable contribution to the field of classical studies, shedding new light on one of the most enduring and enigmatic myths of Western culture.1925. Absorbed only in its literary beauty, I had read repeatedly the masterpiece of the first and greatest of the Greek dramatists before I was impelled to fathom the interior sense which it holds. Having discovered a wealth of hidden meaning in the sublime drama of Aischylos, I decided to share it with those pursuing the same line of study. Each of the persons in the drama is a mystical personification.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
