The Life Of Johnson V2

The Life of Johnson V2 is a biography of Samuel Johnson, written by George Birkbeck Hill. This book is the second volume of a two-part series that covers the life of one of the most influential literary figures of the 18th century. The biography provides a detailed account of Johnson's life, from his childhood in Lichfield to his rise to fame as a writer, critic, and lexicographer in London. Hill draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Johnson's own writings, letters, and diaries, as well as the recollections of his friends and contemporaries, to paint a vivid portrait of the man and his times.The book covers many aspects of Johnson's life, including his early struggles with poverty and illness, his relationships with his family and friends, his literary and critical works, and his role in the cultural and political life of 18th-century England. Hill also explores Johnson's complex personality, including his struggles with depression and his often contentious relationships with others.Overall, The Life of Johnson V2 is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of the most important literary figures of the 18th century.And I think too, that a good deal of weight should be allowed to the dying declarations, because they were spontaneous. There is a great difference between what is said without our being urged to it, and what is said from a kind of compulsion. If I praise a man's book without being asked my opinion of it, that is honest praise, to which one may trust. But if an authour asks me if I like his book, and I give him something like praise, it must not be taken as my real opinion.'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.