“...it will not always happen that the success of a poet is proportionate to his labor.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
Lives of the British Poets: In Four Volumes
This book is a detailed compilation of the lives and works of prominent British poets, spanning across four volumes. It includes biographical information, historical context, and critical analysis of their poetry. 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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