“He that has once concluded it lawful to resist power, when it wants merit, will soon find a want of merit, to justify his resistance to power.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
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Sermons Attributed to Samuel Johnson: And Left for Publication by John Taylor
This book compiles a selection of sermons that were attributed to the famous English writer Samuel Johnson. The sermons were gathered and published after his death by John Taylor. The collection offers insight into Johnson's theological and moral perspectives, as well as his writing style. more
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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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