Happiness Valley - The Story of Prince Lasselas

Author: Samuel Johnson
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: This is a widely acclaimed novel or Eastern legend that explores life's questions. Mr. Byrne (J.W. Byrne), a director of the Johnson House in London, mentioned that while studying British literature in university, it was this book that captivated him and led him to the literary world of Johnson and Boswell's The Life of Johnson, which in turn inspired him to collect books for decades. He now owns this rare edition of the book, along with dozens of other valuable editions, including the priceless fourth edition of Samuel Johnson's English Dictionary and other out-of-print books. He takes pride in being the largest collector of Johnson's works in Southeast Asia. This Eastern legend, written in a short yet concise period, contains themes and desires that resonate with modern and contemporary readers. In the "Happy Valley," resembling a paradise like the Garden of Eden, a prince by the Nile feels the misfortunes of life. He and his companions travel through mountains and rivers, journeying far and wide to visit people, question the rivers, enter ancient tombs, explore history, and seek the true meaning of happiness. Did he finally find the answer to the meaning of life or existence?