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“I know not any crime so great that a man could contrive to commit as poisoning the sources of eternal truth.”

Quote by Samuel Johnson

Book: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 works of Mrs. Piozzi;--his Life, recently published by Mr. Boswell, and other authentic testimonies; also his will, and the sermon he wrote for the late Doctor Dodd
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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 works of Mrs. Piozzi;--his Life, recently published by Mr. Boswell, and other authentic testimonies; also his will, and the sermon he wrote for the late Doctor Dodd

The beauties of Samuel Johnson, LL. D. is a comprehensive compilation of the renowned writer's thoughts and insights. It features Johnson's maxims and observations on moral and critical matters, as well as a variety of other subjects. The book is further enriched by biographical anecdotes about Johnson, drawn from the works of Mrs. Piozzi. Additionally, it includes extracts from Mr. Boswell's biography of Johnson, providing a more in-depth look into the life of the doctor. The collection also features Johnson's own will and a sermon he composed for the late Doctor Dodd. This volume offers a comprehensive view of Johnson's intellectual and personal life, showcasing his diverse contributions to literature and thought. more

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Samuel Johnson
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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