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The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Samuel Johnson
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Edited by Paul Goring
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Introduction by Paul Goring
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:192 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 198,Width 129 |
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| Category/Genre | Classic fiction (pre c 1945) |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780141439709
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| Classifications | Dewey:823.6 |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Penguin Books Ltd
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| Imprint |
Penguin Classics
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| Publication Date |
27 September 2007 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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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 Biography
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.
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