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The surviving lettels of Johnson are like the other records of his life very full for the last twenty years, and relatively scanty for that earlier period, much longer and much fuller of activity, in which Johnson had as yet no money, no established reputation, and no Boswell. Their editor, Dr. Birkbeck Hill, was acquainted with just over one thousand letters. In that series the letter which Johnson wrote to Lord Bute on 20 July 1762, acknowledging the grant of his pension, is numbered 143. Doubtless when he became a man of leisure, and a literary dictator, he wrote more letters than had for merly been his habit. But the discrepancy is due less to this cause than to the care taken by his later correspondents to preserve the letters of a famous man.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of letters written by Samuel Johnson, a renowned 18th-century writer and prominent figure in literary history. The letters span various periods of his life and offer a unique glimpse into his character and personal experiences. They provide insights into Johnson's thoughts on subjects ranging from literature to politics and human nature. The letters also document his relationships with prominent figures of the time, including James Boswell, Hester Thrale, and Thomas Warton, showcasing the intellectual and social circles in which Johnson moved. Through his correspondence, Johnson's wit, intelligence, and profound understanding of the human condition are vividly brought to life. His letters not only reflect his own life and times but also contribute to our understanding of 18th-century literary and cultural history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330458082_0
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