"The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia," "The Castle of Otranto, a Gothic History," and "Vatek, an Arabian Tale," are three masterpieces of the eighteenth century united in one edition. "The Story of Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia" is a philosophical novel by the great figure of English literature, Samuel Johnson, which reveals important questions about the meaning of life and the search for true happiness. "The Castle of Otranto, a Gothic Story" is Horace Walpole's masterpiece, which is considered the first in its genre. This is a mysterious and suspenseful story about a cursed castle, mysterious events and secrets of the past. "Vatek, an Arabian tale" is a work by William Beckford, where readers are immersed in the world of exoticism and magic. This is an exciting adventure story about a ruler who strives to achieve absolute power, for which he is ready for anything. This publication preserves and honors three outstanding works of famous eighteenth-century writers, each of which is unique in its own way and leaves an indelible impression on the heart of every reader.