The Prince Of Abyssinia V1: A Tale (1766)

By Samuel Johnson

Book Overview

The Prince of Abyssinia Volume 1: A Tale is a novel written by Samuel Johnson and first published in 1766. The story follows the journey of a young prince named Rasselas who, along with his sister and her maid, escapes from the Happy Valley, a utopian society that has isolated itself from the rest of the world. The trio embarks on a quest to find true happiness and meaning in life, encountering various obstacles and characters along the way. Throughout the novel, Johnson explores themes such as the nature of happiness, the pursuit of knowledge, and the role of fate in human life. The characters' experiences and conversations provide philosophical musings on these topics, as well as critiques of societal norms and institutions. The Prince of Abyssinia Volume 1: A Tale is considered a significant work in the history of English literature and has been praised for its depth of thought and elegant prose. It is also notable for its influence on later writers, including Jane Austen and Samuel Taylor Coleridge.In Two Volumes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164162403
• ISBN13: 9781164162407
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"