“To fix the thoughts by writing, and subject them to frequent examinations and reviews, is the best method of enabling the mind to detect its own sophisms, and keep it on guard against the fallacies which it practices on others”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
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The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL. D.
This collection encompasses a wide array of works by Samuel Johnson, a prominent figure in the English literary scene. It includes his seminal dictionary, which significantly influenced the English language, as well as his essays, poetry, and literary criticism. The volume offers a comprehensive view of Johnson's intellectual contributions and his role in shaping English literature. more
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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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