Publisher's Synopsis
""Samuel Johnson"" is a biography written by Thomas Babington Macaulay in 1878. The book is a detailed account of the life and works of Samuel Johnson, an English writer, poet, essayist, and lexicographer who lived in the 18th century. Macaulay explores Johnson's early life, his struggles with poverty and mental illness, his literary achievements, and his impact on English literature and language. The book also delves into Johnson's relationships with other literary figures of his time, such as Oliver Goldsmith and David Garrick. Macaulay's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in the life and works of Samuel Johnson or the literary history of England.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.
