“Though the discoveries or acquisitions of man are not always adequate to the expectations of his pride, they are at least sufficient to animate his industry.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The Works of Samuel Johnson: The Rambler
This compilation includes Johnson's renowned periodical The Rambler, showcasing his wit, insight, and scholarly pursuits across various subjects including literature, philosophy, and contemporary events. more
Author
Samuel Johnson
Samuel Johnson was an English writer, poet, and lexicographer, renowned for his comprehensive English dictionary, 'A Dictionary of the English Language', published in 1755. His distinctive writing style and wit have cemented his place as a significant figure in the history of English literature. more
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Source: The works of Samuel Johnson, with Murphy's essay, ed. by R. Lynam
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“Where there is emulation, there will be vanity; where there is vanity, there will be folly.”
Source: The Beauties of Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: Consisting of Maxims and Observations, Moral, Critical, and Miscellaneous, to which are Now Added, Biographical Anecdotes of the Doctor, Selected from the Late Productions of Mrs. Piozzi, Mr. Boswell, ...
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