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Name: Prometheus Bound
Rating: 4.25 (4 reviews)
Author: Aeschylus

Aeschylus’ *Prometheus Bound* is an ancient Greek tragedy that explores the themes of divine punishment and the human quest for knowledge. The play centers on Prometheus, the Titan who defied Apollo and Zeus by giving fire to mankind, and the resulting severe penalty imposed by Zeus: he is bound to a mountain rock and tormented by an eagle.

First publish date: 1559

Genre: Drama & Plays/Tragedy

Authors: Aeschylus

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