The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia
By (Author) Samuel Johnson
Edited by Paul Goring
Introduction by Paul Goring
Penguin Books Ltd
Penguin Classics
10th October 2007
27th September 2007
United Kingdom
Classifications
Physical Properties
Paperback
192
Width 130mm, Height 197mm, Spine 11mm
147g
Description
Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia, leaves the easy life of the Happy Valley, accompanied by his sister Nekayah, her attendant Pekuah, and the much-travelled philosopher Imlac. Their journey takes them to Egypt, where they study the various conditions of men's lives, before returning home in a 'conclusion in which nothing is concluded'. Johnson's tale is not only a satire on optimism, but also an expression of truth about the human mind and its infinite capacity for hope.
Author Bio
Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) was the leading literary scholar and critic of his time. A writer of vigour, power, passion, and profundity, he helped to shape and define the Augustan Age.
