Excerpt from Hours in a Library, Vol. 2 of 3
In the lives Of most eminent men we find much good feeling and honourable conduct; but it is an exception, even in the case of good men, when we find that a life has been shaped by other than the ordinary conventions, or that emotions have dared to overflow the well-worn channels of.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an in-depth analysis of Samuel Johnsonâs writings as a reflection of his profound and distinctive personality. Despite the challenges posed by his cumbersome prose style, Johnson emerges as a thinker with an incisive intellect and a deep understanding of the human condition. The author explores the interplay between Johnsonâs personal struggles and his literary output, shedding light on the enduring themes of melancholy, resilience, and the pursuit of truth that permeate his works. By examining Johnsonâs writings in the context of 18th-century literary conventions, this book offers fresh insights into the complexities of a remarkable literary figure and the enduring impact of his ideas on morality, faith, and the human experience. 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 # 9781331470823_0
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