The Vicar of Wakefield and Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia is a book written by Oliver Goldsmith in 1860. The book is a combination of two separate works, The Vicar of Wakefield and Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia.The Vicar of Wakefield is a novel that follows the life of a country vicar and his family. The story is set in the 18th century and revolves around the vicar's attempts to maintain his family's dignity and respectability despite facing various hardships and setbacks.Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia, on the other hand, is a philosophical tale that explores the nature of happiness and the human condition. The story follows the journey of Rasselas, a prince who becomes disillusioned with his privileged life and sets out on a quest to discover the true meaning of happiness.Both of these works are considered classics of English literature and are notable for their wit, humor, and social commentary. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in 18th-century literature, philosophy, or social history.Two Volumes In One.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.