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Doctor Johnson: his religious life and his death. By the author of

Doctor Johnson: his religious life and his death is a scholarly examination of the religious aspects of Samuel Johnson's life, focusing on his personal beliefs and the impact of his faith on his work and character. The book provides a detailed account of Johnson's final days, offering readers a glimpse into the end of his life and the profound reflections it inspired. Authored by a scholar familiar with Johnson's work, the book aims to shed light on the intellectual and spiritual dimensions of one of the most influential figures in English literature. more

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Samuel Johnson
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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“Animals learn death first at the moment of death;...man approaches death with the knowledge it is closer every hour, and this creates a feeling of uncertainty over his life, even for him who forgets in the business of life that annihilation is awaiting him. It is for this reason chiefly that we have philosophy and religion.”