The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia

*Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia* is a philosophical novel by Samuel Johnson, written in 1759. It tells the story of Rasselas, who escapes his royal palace to explore life's deeper meaning and seek happiness. He travels through different environments and meets people with various lives, discovering that true happiness is hard to find and often depends on inner contentment rather than external riches or status. The book explores themes of human desire, the pursuit of fulfillment, and the limitations of worldly pleasures, offering thoughtful reflections on life's purpose.