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The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia
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The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia
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'.
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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.
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The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia by Samuel Johnson is praised for its philosophical depth and exploration of human desires and contentment. Critics often highlight its rich prose and insightful commentary on the human condition, making it a significant work in English literature. However, some readers find its didactic nature a bit heavy-handed.
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ISBN: 9780141439709
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 27 September 2007
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Contributors:
- Edited by Paul Goring
- Introduction by Paul Goring
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 147g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Dr Saumuel Johnson was born on 18 September 1709. He was one of England's greatest literary figures- a poet, essayist, biographer, lexicographer and often considered the finest critic of English Literature. Best known for his Dictionary (1755), Johnson also wrote essays for The Rambler (1750-1752) and The Idler (1758-1760). He achieved a feat of English criticism in Lives of the Most Eminent English Poets (1781). He died on 13 December 1784.
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