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“If the guardian or the mother Tell the woes of willful waste, Scorn their counsel and their pother, You can hang or drown at last.”

Quote by Samuel Johnson

Book:Selected poetry and prose

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Selected poetry and prose

This book compiles a selection of poetry and prose, offering readers a diverse array of literary expressions and narratives. The collection is intended to provide insight into the author's writing style and the various subjects explored within the works. more

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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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