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Samuel Johnson ( 18 September 1709 [7 September O.S.] – 13 December 1784) was a British author, linguist and lexicographer. He is often referred to as simply Dr. Johnson in the history of literature and is regarded as the greatest man of letters in English history.
57 Notable Quotations By Samuel Johnson. Famous As: Writer. Born On: September 18, 1709. Died On: December 13, 1784. Born In: Lichfield, England. Died At Age: 75. Samuel Johnson was an English poet, lexicographer, playwright, essayist, author, moralist and editor.
Nov 27, 2014 · What follows are ten of the wittiest and most interesting quotes (or, if you prefer, quotations) by the great Samuel Johnson (1709-1784). Also known as Dr Johnson, he has often been praised for his wit and wisdom (and outspokenness) on all manner of subjects.
Feb 6, 2020 · Many of the most memorable Samuel Johnson quotes come from his fiction and dramatic works; this pithy quote comes from The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abissinia, published in 1759. “I never desire to converse with a man who has written more than he has read.” (The Works of Samuel Johnson, vol. 11, Sir John Hawkins)
Sourced quotations by the English Lexicographer Samuel Johnson (1709 — 1784) about man, life and sir. Enjoy the best Samuel Johnson quotes and picture quotes!
Conversation. The happiest conversation is that of which nothing is distinctly remembered, but a general effect of pleasing impression. Samuel Johnson. Cowardice. It is thus that mutual cowardice keeps us in peace. Were one half of mankind brave, and one half cowards, the brave would be always beating the cowards.
Sep 18, 2017 · “Liberty is, to the lowest rank of every nation, little more than the choice of working or starving.” (from The Bravery of the English Common Soldiers) On feminine wiles: “Nature has given women so...
