Publisher's Synopsis
Prometheus Unbound is a lyrical drama written by Percy Bysshe Shelley in the early 19th century. The play is based on the Greek myth of Prometheus, who stole fire from the gods to give to humanity and was punished for his actions. In Shelley's version, Prometheus is liberated from his chains by a mysterious spirit named Asia, who helps him overthrow the tyrannical rule of Jupiter and restore freedom to the world. Along the way, they encounter a variety of mythological figures, including Demogorgon, a powerful force of nature who ultimately helps them achieve their goals.The play is notable for its themes of revolution, freedom, and the power of the imagination to overcome tyranny. Shelley was a passionate advocate for political and social reform, and he used Prometheus Unbound to explore his ideas about the role of the artist in society and the potential for radical change.The language of the play is highly poetic and musical, with rich imagery and complex symbolism that require careful attention from the reader. It is considered one of Shelley's greatest works and a masterpiece of English Romantic literature.PROMETHEUS MONARCH of Gods and Daemons, and all Spirits But One, who throng those bright and rolling worlds Which Thou and I alone of living things Behold with sleepless eyes! regard this Earth Made multitudinous with thy slaves, whom thou Requitest for knee-worship, prayer, and praise, And toil, and hecatombs of broken hearts.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.
