“There ambush here relentless ruffians lay, And here the fell attorney prowls for prey.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The Works of the English Poets, from Chaucer to Cowper: Including the Series Edited with Prefaces, Biographical and Critical
This book is a scholarly compilation of English poetry spanning several centuries, starting with the works of Geoffrey Chaucer and concluding with those of William Cowper. It includes edited versions of the poets' works, accompanied by prefaces that provide historical context and analysis. The series also offers biographical information and critical commentary on the poets and their works, making it a valuable resource for students and scholars of English literature. 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
You May Also Like
Source: Lives of the poets. Lives of eminent persons. Political tracts. Philological tracts. Miscellaneous tracts. Dedications. Opinions on questions of law. Reviews and criticisms. Journey to the Western islands of Scotland. Prayers and meditations
“It is the law of nature that woman should be held under the dominance of man.”
“Law is not law, if it violates the principles of eternal justice.”
“Arms and laws do not flourish together.”
Source: Caesar's Commentaries on the Gallic and Civil Wars