Samuel Johnson

Lexicographer, Essayist, Critic

Samuel Johnson was an 18th-century English writer and lexicographer, known for his influential work 'A Dictionary of the English Language' and his profound insights into human nature.

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Born: September 18, 1709
Died: December 6, 1784
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"Shakespeare never had six lines together without a fault. Perhaps you may find seven, but this does not refute my general assertion."

Together Faults Six

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"The dangers gather as the treasures rise."

Gold Treasure Danger

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"Prejudice is a great time-saver. You can form opinions without having to get the facts. Prejudice not being founded on reason cannot be removed by argument."

Prejudice Facts Opinion

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"Ignorance, when it is voluntary, is criminal."

Ignorance Criminals

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