The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes, Volume 03 : The Rambler, Volume II

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes, Volume 03" by Samuel Johnson is a collection of essays and reflections published in the early 19th century. The text addresses various facets of human nature, society, and the literary profession, often reflecting on the challenges faced by authors and the transient nature of fame and reputation. The opening of this work introduces readers to a series of essays that delve into the vanity of authors' expectations and the often-disappointing nature of literary fame. Johnson explores the harsh realities of an author's life, discussing the neglect that many talented writers face despite their efforts and contributions. He also addresses themes of reputation, the vanity intrinsic to the pursuit of knowledge and recognition, and the inevitability of time's erasure of past glories, setting a contemplative tone that invites readers to reflect on the societal dynamics surrounding literature and human ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Carol David and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 44.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-03-01