“The use of traveling is to regulate imagination by reality.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
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Johnsoniana; or supplement to Boswell; being Anecdotes and sayings of Dr. Johnson, etc
This book serves as a supplement to James Boswell's biography of Dr. Samuel Johnson, offering additional anecdotes and sayings that provide insight into the life and character of the renowned 18th-century English writer, critic, and lexicographer. 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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