Icarus is a character from Greek mythology and has appeared in various literary works over time. One of the most famous literary works featuring Icarus is the Greek myth of "Daedalus and Icarus." This myth tells the story of a skilled craftsman named Daedalus and his son Icarus, who attempt to escape from imprisonment on the island of Crete by constructing wings made of feathers and wax. Despite his father's warnings not to fly too close to the sun, Icarus becomes overconfident and flies too high, causing the wax on his wings to melt and sending him plummeting into the sea. The myth of Daedalus and Icarus has been retold in various forms, including poetry, drama, and novels, and has inspired many artists and writers throughout history.