The Prayers Of Doctor Samuel Johnson (1902)

By William Aspenwall Bradley and Samuel Johnson

Book Overview

The Prayers of Doctor Samuel Johnson is a collection of prayers written by the renowned 18th-century English writer, Samuel Johnson. The book was first published in 1785, and this particular edition was published in 1902. The prayers in this book cover a wide range of themes and topics, including gratitude, forgiveness, guidance, and strength. Johnson's prayers are characterized by his deep faith and his ability to communicate complex theological ideas in simple, accessible language. In addition to the prayers themselves, this edition also includes a biographical introduction to Johnson, written by the editor, and an essay on the history and significance of prayer in the Christian tradition. Overall, The Prayers of Doctor Samuel Johnson is an inspiring and thought-provoking collection of prayers that offer insight into the mind and heart of one of England's greatest literary figures.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: 1437169996
• ISBN13: 9781437169997
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 116 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"