The Prince Of Abissinia

A Tale (1783)

von Samuel Johnson

316 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The Prince of Abissinia: A Tale is a novel written by Samuel Johnson and first published in 1783. The story is set in the fictional kingdom of Abissinia, which is ruled by a wise and just king named Almorah. The protagonist of the story is a young prince named Rasselas, who is discontented with his life of luxury and privilege and seeks to find the meaning of true happiness.Rasselas embarks on a journey with his sister Nekayah and their mentor Imlac to explore the world outside of Abissinia and find the answers to life's biggest questions. Along the way, they encounter various characters and situations that challenge their beliefs and preconceptions. They visit cities, meet scholars and artists, and witness the struggles of ordinary people.Through their experiences, Rasselas and his companions come to realize that happiness is not found in material possessions or worldly success, but in the pursuit of knowledge, virtue, and spiritual fulfillment. The novel is a philosophical exploration of the human condition and the search for meaning and purpose in life.The Prince of Abissinia: A Tale is a classic work of literature that has inspired generations of readers with its timeless themes and insights into the human psyche. Johnson's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions make this novel a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, morality, and the pursuit of happiness.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.

• Themen: Belletristik Allgemein, nicht nach Genre
• ISBN: 9781104323424
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 13.04.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC