The Prometheus Bound Of Aeschylus: And The Fragments Of The Prometheus Unbound (1891)

By Aeschylus, Nikolaus Wecklein, Frederic D. Allen

Book Overview

The Prometheus Bound of Aeschylus: And the Fragments of the Prometheus Unbound is a book written by N. Wecklein and published in 1891. It is a literary work that focuses on the Greek myth of Prometheus, a Titan who defies the gods by stealing fire and giving it to humans. The book includes the complete text of Aeschylus' play Prometheus Bound, which tells the story of Prometheus' punishment by Zeus for his disobedience. The play explores themes such as the conflict between divine and human law, the limits of human knowledge and power, and the struggle for freedom and justice. The book also includes fragments from Aeschylus' lost play Prometheus Unbound, which continue the story of Prometheus' defiance and its consequences. Wecklein's edition provides a scholarly introduction, notes, and commentary to help readers understand the historical and cultural context of the plays and their significance for ancient and modern audiences. Overall, The Prometheus Bound of Aeschylus: And the Fragments of the Prometheus Unbound is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in Greek literature and mythology.With Introduction And Notes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104368625
• ISBN13: 9781104368623
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

It Is In Greek.

Unfortunately, the book is said to be in English, but the text by Aeschylus is in GREEK. I actually laughed out loud upon receiving the book and opening it. I genuinely do not understand how a book can put online that it is in English when the actual text is in a different language with no translation. I guess my mistake for not seeking out an edition that states who it was translated by??? For anyone wanting an English version of these texts, this is not what you are seeking…