A review by lauraborkpower
The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia by Samuel Johnson

5.0

A really interesting book that I certainly wouldn't have picked up had I not taught it in my English Lit class earlier this school year. Its ultimate question, "can we be happy," brought forth oooodles of excellent discussions in class. It's the non-absurd 'Candide' for those interested in wandering novels that ask more questions than they answer. It's not a novel for those looking for action in any way, shape, or form.