“The stream of Time, which is continually washing the dissoluble fabrics of other poets, passes without injury by the adamant of Shakespeare.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The Dramatic Works of William Shakespeare: In Ten Volumes ; with the Corrections and Illustrations of Dr. Johnson, G. Steevens, and Others
This multi-volume edition presents the complete dramatic works of William Shakespeare, as revised and annotated by leading literary figures of the 18th century. The set includes the textual corrections and explanatory illustrations provided by Dr. Samuel Johnson, George Steevens, and other contemporary editors, reflecting the scholarly efforts of the period to standardize and interpret Shakespeare's plays. The work is a product of the editorial tradition that sought to clarify and preserve the playwright's texts for a modern audience. 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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