Dr. Johnson

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""Dr. Johnson: A Play"" by A. Edward Newton is a dramatic portrayal of the life and times of Samuel Johnson, the famous 18th-century English writer, lexicographer, and literary critic. The play follows Johnson's journey from his humble beginnings in Lichfield, through his struggles with poverty, depression, and illness, to his eventual rise to fame as a celebrated author and intellectual. Along the way, the play explores Johnson's relationships with his friends, family, and colleagues, including his contentious friendship with the writer and actor David Garrick, his patronage of the struggling poet Oliver Goldsmith, and his complex relationship with his wife, Tetty. The play also delves into Johnson's intellectual and philosophical beliefs, including his views on religion, morality, and the nature of human existence. Through vivid dialogue and powerful performances, ""Dr. Johnson: A Play"" offers a compelling and insightful look into the life of one of England's most fascinating literary figures.This is a new release of the original 1923 edition.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.

Genre: Biography & Autobiography / Presidents & Heads of State (fancy, right?)