Publisher's Synopsis
Dr. Johnson: His Religious Life And His Death is a biographical work written by Robert Armitage in 1850. The book provides a detailed account of the life and death of Samuel Johnson, a prominent English writer, poet, and lexicographer who lived in the 18th century. Armitage delves into Johnson's religious beliefs and how they influenced his life and work, as well as his struggles with depression and physical ailments. The book also covers Johnson's relationships with his friends and family, including his wife, who was a devout Christian and influenced his faith.The latter part of the book focuses on Johnson's death and the events leading up to it. Armitage provides a vivid description of Johnson's final days and the impact of his death on his friends and admirers.Overall, Dr. Johnson: His Religious Life And His Death is a comprehensive and insightful biography of one of the most influential figures in English literature. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and beliefs of a complex and multifaceted individual, and is a must-read for anyone interested in Johnson's life and work.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.
