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“When we see our enemies and friends gliding away before us, let us not forget that we are subject to the general law of mortality, and shall soon be where our doom will be fixed forever.”

Quote by Samuel Johnson

Book:Life of Johnson: Including Boswell's Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides and Johnson's Diary of a Journey Into North Wales

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Life of Johnson: Including Boswell's Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides and Johnson's Diary of a Journey Into North Wales

This book is a compilation of Samuel Johnson's biography, supplemented by James Boswell's account of their trip to the Hebrides islands and Johnson's own diary entries detailing his travels in North Wales. It offers insights into Johnson's life and thoughts, as well as a vivid depiction of the landscapes and cultures encountered during these journeys. more

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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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Book:The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: With An Essay on His Life and Genius

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