Publisher's Synopsis
Rasselas Prince of Abyssinia is a novel written by Samuel Johnson. This Large Print Edition of the book is designed for easy reading by those with visual impairments or who prefer larger text. The story follows the journey of Prince Rasselas, who is discontented with his life of luxury and seeks to find the meaning of happiness. Along with his sister Nekayah and other companions, Rasselas embarks on a series of adventures and philosophical discussions, encountering various characters and situations that challenge their beliefs and perceptions. Through their experiences, the characters explore themes such as the nature of happiness, the role of wealth and power, and the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom. The novel is a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition and the search for meaning and fulfillment in life.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) 1884. This edition contains both Volumes I and II. Johnson, one of England�������s great literary figures and compiler of the first comprehensive English Dictionary, drew upon the journals of a Jesuit priest to weave this ironic tale of earthly paradise in the happy valley of Abyssinia. Johnson explores the theme of how one chooses the path to true happiness and concludes at the end of the book that it cannot be found in this life, but only after death when one has joined one�������s maker.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.
