“In misery's darkest cavern known, His useful care was ever nigh Where hopeless anguish pour'd his groan, And lonely want retir'd to die.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
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The works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: Together with his life, and notes on his Lives of the poets, by Sir John Hawkins, Knt. In eleven volumes ...
The book is a compilation of Samuel Johnson's literary works, accompanied by a biography and critical analysis of his Lives of the poets. Authored by Sir John Hawkins, it offers an in-depth look into Johnson's life and contributions to literature. The collection is presented across eleven volumes, showcasing the breadth of Johnson's work and the scholarly insights provided by Hawkins. 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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