Prometheans: Ancient and Modern

Prometheans: Ancient and Modern is a book written by Burton Rascoe that explores the concept of Prometheanism throughout history. The book looks at the ancient Greek myth of Prometheus and his gift of fire to humanity, and how this story has influenced modern philosophy, literature, and art. It also examines the lives and works of individuals who embody the Promethean spirit, including artists, scientists, and political figures. Rascoe argues that the Promethean impulse, which he defines as the desire to challenge authority and push the boundaries of human knowledge and creativity, is a driving force behind many of the greatest achievements of human civilization. The book provides a fascinating and thought-provoking examination of this important cultural phenomenon, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of ideas and the human quest for knowledge and progress.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.