Johnson the Essayist: His Opinions on Men, Morals and Manners

By Octavius F. Christie

Book Overview

""Johnson The Essayist: His Opinions On Men, Morals And Manners"" by O.F. Christie is a book that explores the views of Samuel Johnson, a renowned 18th-century essayist, on various topics related to human behavior and society. The book delves into Johnson's essays, letters, and other writings to uncover his thoughts on subjects such as morality, politics, religion, education, and literature. Christie provides a comprehensive analysis of Johnson's writings and offers insights into his unique perspective on the world around him. The book also considers Johnson's personal life and how his experiences influenced his opinions on various issues. Overall, ""Johnson The Essayist"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the works of Samuel Johnson or the cultural and social landscape of 18th-century England. It provides a valuable insight into the mind of one of the most influential literary figures of his time and offers a thought-provoking commentary on the human condition.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 141795826X
• ISBN13: 9781417958269
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"