“That there is something in advice very useful and salutary, seems to be equally confessed on all hands; since even those that reject it, allow for the most part that rejection to be wrong, but charge the fault upon the unskilful manner in which it is given; they admit the efficacy of the medicine, but abhor the nauseousness of the vehicle.”
Quote by Samuel Johnson
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The works of Samuel Johnson
This compilation encompasses a wide array of works by Samuel Johnson, a prominent figure in the English literary tradition. It includes his seminal work 'A Dictionary of the English Language,' as well as essays, poems, and biographical writings. Johnson's works are celebrated for their wit, scholarly depth, and influence on the English language. 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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