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“Be not too hasty to trust or to admire the teachers of morality; they discourse like angels, but they live like men.”

Quote by Samuel Johnson

Book:Samuel Johnson: Selected Writings

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Samuel Johnson: Selected Writings

Samuel Johnson: Selected Writings is a compilation that offers readers a comprehensive glimpse into the intellectual and literary achievements of one of the most influential figures in English literature. The volume includes a range of Johnson's writings, providing insight into his thoughts on language, literature, and society during his time. 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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