“To paint things as they are requires a minute attention, and employs the memory rather than the fancy.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
Work
The works of the English poets, from Chaucer to Cowper
The book is a comprehensive compilation of English poetry, featuring works from a range of historical periods and literary styles. It includes classic poems from renowned poets such as Chaucer, Spenser, Shakespeare, Milton, Dryden, Pope, and Cowper. 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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