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Prometheus Chained ''Far distant, thro' the vast expanse of air, to thee Prometheus, on this swift winged steed whose neck, unreigned obeys my will, I come''
Title: Prometheus Chained
''Far distant, thro' the vast expanse of air, to thee Prometheus, on this swift winged steed whose neck, unreigned obeys my will, I come''
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