Publisher's Synopsis
Samuel Johnson was a prominent English writer and poet during the 18th century. Johnson is also known for being the subject of one of the greatest biographies in English literature, a book which was written by James Boswell. Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia, published in 1759, is one of Johnson's most famous works. The book is an apologue on happiness and centers around a prince who looks to escape from his boring life.
