75 results for 'Prometheus'

Prometheus Bound by Aeschylus is a powerful and thought-provoking play that explores the complexities of human nature. Translated by James Scully, a poet and winner of the Lamont Poetry Prize, and C...

HMS Prometheus by Alaric Bond is a gripping historical fiction novel that explores the challenges faced by the British Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. In autumn 1803, HMS Prometheus is severely...

Prometheus the Awakener is a highly acclaimed astrological essay that has been praised for its insightful linking of archetypal perspectives in biography and history to planetary movements. This work...

Prometheus: A Study of the Myth and its SignificanceThis collection explores the myth of Prometheus, a figure from ancient Greek mythology who defied the gods by stealing fire. Carol Dougherty...

The Prometheus Saga is an anthology of thirteen speculative stories that explore what it means to be human. This collection brings together twelve authors who have united to interpret how an alien...

A standalone novel in the Femme Fatale series, "Prometheus' Priestess" by Gwyneth Lesley is a modern-day retelling of Greek mythology. In this gripping tale, the gods intervene to save humanity from...

Prometheus: Up & Running Infrastructure and Application Performance MonitoringThis updated second edition provides a hands-on introduction to the most important aspects of Prometheus, including...

Prometheus Rising is a thought-provoking guide to human evolution, offering a unique opportunity to become a conscious participant in the process. Robert Anton Wilson presents the Eight Circuits of...

The U.S.S. Prometheus embarks on a perilous mission to unravel the mystery behind a series of devastating attacks against the Federation and Klingon Empire. Tensions are escalating in a region...

The Root of All Rage: A Star Trek Novel. Terrorist attacks are threatening the fragile peace in the galaxy, and it's up to the USS Prometheus to stop them. As the Federation sends its flagship to...

Peter Sloterdijk explores the complex relationship between humanity and nature in this thought-provoking work. According to Sloterdijk, the discovery of fire by Prometheus marked a significant...

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus is a foundational work of Gothic fiction and science fiction that has captivated readers for centuries. First published anonymously in 1818,...

Mastering Prometheus: Expert Tips to Monitoring Your Infrastructure, Applications, and ServicesThis comprehensive guide helps you effectively implement, manage, and optimize Prometheus for monitoring...

Frankenstein: or The Modern Prometheus is a suspenseful and intellectually rich gothic tale that explores some of the most important themes in literature. Mary Shelley's novel confronts the power of...

Frankenstein, Or, The Modern Prometheus is a masterpiece of gothic horror that has enthralled readers for two centuries. Written by Mary Shelley, this novel is a gripping blend of science fiction,...

Doc Frankenstein: The Post Modern Prometheus by Steve The Wachowskis is a gripping tale of science and its consequences. For over two centuries, Doc Frankenstein has fought against monsters both...

American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer This gripping biography reveals the complex and flawed life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant physicist behind the...

FRANKENSTEIN Or The Modern Prometheus (Uncensored 1818 Edition - Wisehouse Classics) by Mary Wollstonecraft ShelleyIn this groundbreaking novel, a young scientist's experiment goes horribly wrong,...

American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer This biography offers a deeply informed and riveting account of J. Robert Oppenheimer's life and times, from his early career to...

Aeschylus' plays bring a new grandeur to the drama of classical Athens, elevating it to high art. In Prometheus Bound, the defiant Titan is punished by Zeus for improving the state of humanity's...

Rescuing Prometheus: Four Monumental Projects that Changed Our World Thomas P. Hughes's insightful look at the technological projects that shaped modern society is both informative and riveting. This...

Aeschylus' Four Tragedies: A Collection of Ancient Greek Dramas This volume brings together four of the most significant works of ancient Greece's first great tragedian, Aeschylus. Witnessing the...

Nikola Tesla: The Extraordinary Life of a Modern Prometheus This biography delves into the life and work of Nikola Tesla, a pioneer in electrical engineering who pursued groundbreaking ideas for...

The Unbound Prometheus: Technological Change and Industrial Development in Western Europe from 1750 to the Present by David S. Landes This updated edition reframes and reasserts the author's original...

Frankenstein, written by Mary Shelley at just 18 years old, has become an enduring image in world culture - but what does it represent? This edition explores the novel's complex layers of meaning,...

The Spirit of Laws is a foundational work in political philosophy that has had a profound impact on Western governance. Written by Charles Montesquieu, this influential treatise explores the nature...

Published in 1992, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is a masterful tale of horror and suspense that has captivated readers for generations.The story of Victor Frankenstein and the monster he created has...

A riveting account of one of history's most complex and paradoxical figures, J. Robert Oppenheimer is revealed in this magisterial biography.From his early career to his central role in the Cold War,...

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein presents a haunting exploration of ambition and modernity gone awry. In this Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition, an introduction by Elizabeth Kostova sets the stage for...

Experience the timeless power of ancient Greek tragedy with this comprehensive collection of translations from the University of Chicago Press. Richmond Lattimore's translation of Aeschylus's...

This collection of tales and fables for children brings together some of Leo Tolstoy's most beloved stories. Written in a simple and direct style reminiscent of the stories told by his own students,...

Under the dim light of the moon, a figure emerges from the shadows. The creature, brought into being by a scientist's obsessive pursuit of knowledge, stands before its creator, its eyes fixed on the...

Under the dim light of the moon, a figure emerges from the shadows. This is the creature that Mary Shelley's masterpiece has come to represent - a being born from the darkness of human ingenuity and...

Aeschylus I: A Collection of Greek Tragedies This collection brings together four of the most significant works by the ancient Greek tragedian Aeschylus. Translated into English, these plays offer a...

Three Gothic Novels by Horace Walpole, William Beckford and Mary Shelley The Gothic novel, a genre that flourished from 1765 to 1825, is characterized by its use of horror, suspense, and exotic...

Aeschylus' The Persians is a powerful exploration of the consequences of tyranny, told from the perspective of the Persian court. The play depicts the final defeat of Persia in the battle of Salamis,...

Arrow: Fatal Legacies by Marc Guggenheim and James R. Tuck is set in the aftermath of Season Five and leads into the events of Season Six, revealing what happened as Team Arrow resumed its mission to...

The complete screenplay of Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher Nolan. This film tells the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the man behind the atomic bomb, set against the backdrop of World War II...

Comprehensive Review for FRCR Part A Exam: Volume 2 This is the second volume of a two-part set, covering Modules 4-6 of the FRCR Part A Exam. Genito-urinary, Adrenal, Obstetrics & Gynaecology,...

Not So Obvious: An Introduction to Patent Law and Strategy by Jeffrey Schox provides a comprehensive overview of patent law and strategy for innovators and entrepreneurs. This book explores the...

This collection of poetry spans over sixty years of the poet's life, from early works like 'Prometheus' to later pieces such as those in the Roman Elegies. Goethe's writing is deeply personal and...

Greek Tragedy in a Global Crisis Reading Through Pandemic Times by Mario Telò explores how ancient Greek tragedy can address contemporary troubles. The book brings together a deep understanding of...

A comprehensive collection of eight classical tragedies in authoritative modern translations, accompanied by critical essays. This anthology features works by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and...

Summer 1803 marks the beginning of a new era in British naval history as war with France resumes. Sir Richard Banks, a man separated from his family for the past year, is given command of HMS...

Technical drawings of all the major ships and vehicles from the Alien movie universe are presented in incredible detail. This collection features iconic spacecraft like the Nostromo, the Sulaco, and...

Aeschylus's Persians and Other Plays offers a unique glimpse into the world of ancient Greece. This collection of four plays showcases Aeschylus's mastery of drama, exploring themes of power, fate,...

Stephen Fry's Mythos is a fresh and engaging retelling of the Greek myths, infused with his distinctive wit and writing style. This beautifully illustrated book brings to life the adventures of the...

The latest collection from writer Gail Simone brings together a bold new lineup of the Birds of Prey. One year has passed since their last mission, and they're back with a fresh team that includes...

Real-World Java: A Practical Guide to Java Ecosystem Tools and Techniques Mastering Java development requires more than just syntax knowledge. Great developers need to understand the vast ecosystem...

Comprehensive Review for FRCR Part A Exam - Volume 1 This two-volume set is designed to help you prepare for the FRCR Part A exam, with this volume covering Modules 1-3: Cardiothoracic and Vascular,...

Zeus and Europa, to Diana, Pan, and Prometheus, the myths of ancient Greece and Rome seem to exert a timeless power over us. This Very Short Introduction explores the rich history and diverse...

The Enchantress by Michael Scott San Francisco is running out of time. Nicholas and Perenelle Flamel have one day left to live, but they still need to complete their final task: defending the city...

This authoritative collection presents one of the fullest and most accurately edited selections of Shelley's poetry and prose. The texts have been re-edited from primary sources, ensuring accuracy...

In the Shining City of New Seattle, a fugitive's life is not an option. Maxine Cartwright, a skilled mage and hunter for the Faction, finds herself framed for a terrible crime she didn't commit. With...

A fresh retelling of five great male-female pairings from Greek mythology. John Spurling draws on his lifelong love and knowledge of Classical Greek drama and poetry to bring these timeless stories...

Percy Bysshe Shelley's Major Works is a comprehensive collection of his poetry and prose, bringing together a unique combination of his most significant works. This freshly edited anthology presents...

Retellings of ancient Greek myths are often associated with dramatic flair and sensational plot twists. In contrast, Jean-Pierre Vernant's retelling is marked by profound insight and brilliant...

Build and deploy production-grade microservices-based applications with this latest edition updated to Spring Boot 3, Java 17, and Spring Cloud 2022. A practical approach is taken, starting with...

A landmark anthology of the masterpieces of Greek drama, featuring all-new, highly accessible translations of some of the world's most beloved plays. This collection brings together the works of...

Discover the drama and thrill of sixteen classic Ancient Greek myths in this glorious story collection. Featuring all of the best-known stories, including Theseus & the Minotaur, Heracles, Daedalus &...

A Child's Introduction to Greek Mythology brings together the fascinating world of ancient Greek myths in an engaging and accessible way. From the myth of Narcissus to Odysseus' encounter with the...

Virusphere: Ebola, AIDS, Influenza and the Hidden World of the Virus By Frank Ryan, Prometheus Books, 2020, Paperback, 278 pages. The discovery of the Sin Nombre hantavirus in 1993 marked the...

The Prometheans: John Martin and the Generation that Stole the Future by Max Adams In 19th-century Britain, a new generation of artists, scientists, and inventors emerged, driven by a desire to...

Greek Mythology, Gods and Goddesses Explained! Reveals the Birth of Ancient Greek Mythology and Its Impact on the Modern World. The stories of ancient Greece's glorious gods, goddesses, and heroes...

A Darker Magic by Glynn Stewart Two centuries of spell and steel have protected humanity from those who would misuse magic. Now, Lieutenant Commander Roslyn Chambers is tasked with hunting down the...

Efficient Go provides practical tools and knowledge to help software engineers improve their systems' performance and efficiency. With this book, you'll learn how to approach software efficiency...

The Weyland-Yutani Report is a comprehensive guide to the Alien franchise, featuring extensive information on characters, locations, vehicles, and weapons from the Prometheus and Alien films. For...

Artificial Life After Frankenstein by Eileen M. Hunt explores the ethics and politics of creating artificial life and intelligence in the 21st century. Drawing on Mary Shelley's legacy, Botting...

Ladies' Greek Victorian Translations of Tragedy by Yopie Prins explores the culture of female classical literacy that emerged in the second half of the nineteenth century. During this time, women's...

Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus has thrilled generations of readers for over two hundred years. This elegant yet affordable Masterpiece Library Edition brings Mary Shelley's compelling...

The fascinating story of how ancient civilizations imagined robots and other forms of artificial life is revealed in this compelling book. Over 2,500 years ago, Greek mythology explored ideas about...

The X-Men Red Vol. 4 by Al Ewing is a gripping collection that sees the aftermath of the Hellfire Gala's devastating consequences. As the Brotherhood struggles to cope with the fallout, Genesis...

Docker for Developers: Mastering Containerisation and DevOps Tools. This comprehensive guide covers Docker containers from scratch, providing best practices and real-world examples to help you build,...

Orion's Door: Unveiling the Symbolism of Consciousness and Control This comprehensive book explores the profound influence of the Orion star system on human history and culture. Through a rich...

Orion's Door: Unveiling the Symbolism Behind Humanity's Ancient Influence This comprehensive book explores the profound impact one star system has had on human history, from ancient monuments to...