Prometheus Geboeid by Aeschylus

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Author Aeschylus, 526 BCE-457 BCE
Translator Boutens, P. C., 1870-1943
Title Prometheus Geboeid
Note Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prometheus_Bound Wikipedia page about this book: https://nl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prometheus_geboeid_(Aischylos)
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Summary "Prometheus Geboeid" by Aeschylus is a classic Greek tragedy that was likely written during the 5th century BC. The play is part of a trilogy centered on the Titan Prometheus, who defies the gods by stealing fire from Zeus to give to humanity, thus symbolizing the struggle for knowledge and enlightenment against divine authority. This eternal theme of rebellion against tyranny and the pursuit of justice remains relevant through the ages. The drama unfolds on a remote mountaintop where Prometheus is bound as punishment for his transgressions. As he faces relentless torment, Prometheus reflects on his past decisions, revealing the sacrifices he made for humanity and the consequences of his defiance against Zeus. Various characters—including the personified forces of strength and violence, the Oceanids, and Hermes—visit him, each eliciting his tale of suffering while attempting to persuade him to relent. Prometheus remains resolute despite his agony, hinting at a future revenge against Zeus that will ultimately lead to his eventual release by Heracles. The play captures the profound struggle between free will and fate, as well as the complexity of divine justice in a world governed by powerful, often capricious deities. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Dutch
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Prometheus (Greek deity) -- Drama
Subject Mythology, Greek -- Drama
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