“It very seldom happens to a man that his business is his pleasure.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The beauties of Johnson: choice selections from his works
The book is a curated selection of Johnson's writings, offering readers a glimpse into his extensive and varied literary contributions. 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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“Every man wishes to be wise, and they who cannot be wise are almost always cunning.”
Source: Boswell's Life of Johnson: Including Boswell's Journal of a Tour of the Hebrides, and Johnson's Diary of A Journey Into North Wales
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“Pity is not natural to man. Children always are cruel. Savages are always cruel.”
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