“In the bottle discontent seeks for comfort, cowardice for courage, and bashfulness for confidence.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
Johnson's Lives of the British Poets
This book provides detailed biographies of numerous British poets, exploring their personal lives, influences, and contributions to literature. It is renowned for its scholarly approach and has been a significant resource for students and scholars of poetry. 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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