In A Raisin in the Sun, explain George's reference to Prometheus. How does this fit Walter's character?

As was
mentioned in the previous post,criticizes George for his attire and education before George
takeson a date. As George is leaving, he says, "Good night, Prometheus!" (Hansberry,
88). Prometheus was the god who created man and stole fire from Mt. Olympus to give to mankind.
Prometheus was later punished by Zeus for giving mankind fire and was chained to Mt. Caucasus,
where an eagle would eat his liver daily for eternity. However, Hercules ends up killing the
eagle and freeing Prometheus from his eternal punishment.

Walter shares
several similarities with Prometheus. Bothare considered creative individuals that follow
through with their unpopular plans. Both Walter and Prometheus suffer throughout their lives and
are punished for the decisions they've made. Walter is a conflicted individual who becomes
extremely depressed and dejected after one of his business associates steals the money that was
set aside to open Walter's liquor store. Also, Walter continually drinks alcohol throughout the
play, which is ruining his liver. Similarly, Prometheus's punishment is to have his liver eaten
each day by Zeus's eagle. Walter and Prometheus are also both relieved of their long suffering.
Hercules eventually frees Prometheus, and Walter maintains his integrity by refusing to sell the
home to Mr. Lindner.