“One cause, which is not always observed, of the insufficiency of riches, is that they very seldom make their owner rich.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The Works of Alexander Pope, Esq. in Verse and Prose: Containing the Principal Notes of Drs. Warburton and Warton: Illustrations, and Critical and Explanatory Remarks, by Johnson, Wakefield, A. Chalmers ... and Others; to which are Added, Now First Published, Some Original Letters, with Additional Observations, and Memoirs of the Life of the Author
This book is a compilation of Alexander Pope's literary works, spanning both verse and prose. It includes critical annotations by Drs. Warburton and Warton, as well as additional observations and commentary. The volume also features a selection of Pope's original letters, published for the first time, along with biographical notes and a memoir of the author's life. 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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