Prometheus Unbound

"Prometheus Unbound" is a lyrical drama written by the poet Percy Bysshe Shelley in the early 19th century. It reimagines the Greek myth of Prometheus, who stole fire from the gods to benefit humanity and was punished for it. In Shelley's version, Prometheus represents the struggle for human liberation and enlightenment. The play explores themes of tyranny, redemption, and the power of the human spirit. It emphasizes hope and the possibility of progress through love and knowledge, making a passionate case for individual freedom and the quest for justice in the face of oppression.