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Samuel Johnson, 18th century English man of letters in his house off Fleet Street, London, 1852
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Samuel Johnson, 18th century English man of letters in his house off Fleet Street, London, 1852
Samuel Johnson, 18th century English man of letters in his house off Fleet Street, London, attended by his servant, Francis, and Mrs Williams, 1852. A critic, lexicographer, essayist, biographer and poet, Dr Johnson (1709-1784) was one of the oustanding personalities of 18th century Britain. In 1755 he published his Dictionary of the English Language, regarded as the first great English dictionary, which took him 8 years to compile. Noted as a wit and conversationalist, Johnson founded the Literary Club in c1763, which numbered David Garrick, Edmund Burke, Oliver Goldsmith and Joshua Reynolds amongst its distinguished membership. Much of his fame derives from his highly popular biography, Life of Johnson, written by his friend and contemporary, James Boswell. From The Leisure Hour. (London, 1852)
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This print captures the essence of Samuel Johnson, an eminent 18th-century English man of letters, in his cozy house off Fleet Street, London. The year is 1852, and we see Dr Johnson surrounded by his faithful servant Francis and Mrs Williams. Dr Johnson was a multi-talented individual - a critic, lexicographer, essayist, biographer, and poet - who left an indelible mark on British literature. His most notable achievement was the publication of the Dictionary of the English Language in 1755 after eight years of meticulous compilation. Known for his wit and engaging conversations, Dr Johnson founded the esteemed Literary Club around 1763. This exclusive club boasted distinguished members such as David Garrick, Edmund Burke, Oliver Goldsmith, and Joshua Reynolds. However impressive his accomplishments may be; it is perhaps through James Boswell's highly popular biography titled Life of Johnson that he gained widespread fame. Boswell was not only a friend but also a contemporary who beautifully chronicled Dr Johnson's life. In this image from The Leisure Hour magazine dated back to 1852; we catch a glimpse into Dr Samuel Johnson's domestic life. Surrounded by books and tea cups on a quaint tablecloth-covered table; he appears engrossed in conversation with Mrs Williams while Francis attends to their needs. This photograph serves as a timeless tribute to one of Britain's outstanding literary figures whose contributions continue to shape our understanding of language and culture today.
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