The Mountains of Rasselas by Thomas Pakenham

Secondhand hardcover very good condition. 1999. The book recounts Thomas Pakenham's adventurous journey by mule into the remote prison mountains of Belesa in Ethiopia, exploring the sites where royal princes of Abyssinia were confined until death or succession. Inspired by Samuel Johnson's tale of Rasselas, it blends travel narrative with historical insights into these isolated peaks and their tragic royal inmates. Accompanied by striking photography, it captures the dramatic landscapes and cultural encounters of this Ethiopian expedition.Subjects: B0128, Biography, Books, History, Non Fiction, Travel, Travel & Adventure, Travel Memoir, Travel Writing, Travel Photography, Vintage