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The Prince Of Abissinia: A Tale (1783)

The Prince Of Abissinia: A Tale (1783)

Johnson, Samuel

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ISBN10: 1165606445
ISBN13: 9781165606443
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.66 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Prince of Abissinia: A Tale is a novel written by Samuel Johnson and published in 1783. The story follows the journey of a young prince named Rasselas, who grows tired of his luxurious life in the palace and sets out to explore the world with his sister Nekayah and their mentor Imlac. Along the way, they encounter various characters and situations that challenge their beliefs and understanding of the world, including a philosopher who questions the purpose of life, a hermit who has renounced society, and a group of people living in poverty. As Rasselas and his companions continue their journey, they begin to realize that happiness is not easily attained and that each person must find their own path to contentment. They grapple with questions of morality, religion, and the nature of human existence, ultimately coming to the conclusion that there is no one answer to these complex issues. The Prince of Abissinia: A Tale is a thought-provoking work that explores timeless themes and offers insight into the human experience. Johnson's writing is both engaging and insightful, making this novel a classic of English literature.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.

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