“A voyage to the moon, however romantick and absurd the scheme may now appear, since the properties of air have been better understood, seemed highly probable to many of the aspiring wits in the last century”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: With Murphy's Essay
This volume encompasses a variety of works by Samuel Johnson, a distinguished figure in the English literary tradition. It features Johnson's dictionary, which is considered a foundational text in the history of lexicography, as well as an essay contributed by Murphy. 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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