“I have always considered it as treason against the great republic of human nature, to make any man's virtues the means of deceiving him.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL. D.: With an Essay on His Life and Genius /c by Arthur Murphy, Esq
This volume presents a compilation of Samuel Johnson's literary contributions, including poetry, prose, and criticism, alongside an insightful essay by Arthur Murphy that explores Johnson's personal and intellectual achievements. 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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“A man of genius has been seldom ruined but by himself.”
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
“I'm all right, not as good as my mom is. Maybe because I don't have kids.”