Publisher's Synopsis
A Letter to Samuel Johnson is a book written by John Wilkes in 1770. The book is a letter addressed to Samuel Johnson, a prominent literary figure of the time, and it discusses various political and social issues of the day. Wilkes, a controversial figure in his own right, uses the letter to express his views on topics such as the American Revolution, freedom of the press, and the role of government in society. The book is written in a conversational style, with Wilkes addressing Johnson directly and engaging him in a debate on these important issues. Throughout the letter, Wilkes demonstrates his wit and intelligence, as well as his deep knowledge of history and politics. Overall, A Letter to Samuel Johnson is a fascinating and thought-provoking work that offers a unique perspective on the political and social climate of the late 18th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
