“The complaint, therefore, that all topicks are preoccupied, is nothing more than the murmur of ignorance or idleness, by which some discourage others, and some themselves; the mutability of mankind will always furnish writers with new images, and the luxuriance of fancy may always embellish them with new decorations.”
This book compiles a selection of essays that delve into diverse subjects, offering insights and perspectives on a range of topics. more
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
“Some people regard discipline as a chore. For me, it is a kind of order that sets me free to fly.”
“Real progress is progress in charity, all other advances being secondary thereto.”
“A man is original when he speaks the truth that has always been known to all good men.”