“In bed we laugh, in bed we cry, and born in bed, in bed we die; the near approach a bed may show of human bliss to human woe.”
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
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