Johnson's Lives Of Prior And Congreve - Samuel Johnson - Bog

Johnson's Lives of Prior and Congreve: With Introduction and Notes is a book written by Samuel Johnson in 1897. The book is a collection of biographical sketches of two prominent English writers, Matthew Prior and William Congreve. Johnson provides an in-depth analysis of the lives and works of these two literary figures, discussing their contributions to the literary world and their impact on the cultural landscape of England.The book includes an introduction by Johnson that provides context for the lives and works of Prior and Congreve. This introduction sets the stage for the biographical sketches that follow, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical context in which these writers lived and worked.The biographical sketches themselves are detailed and comprehensive, providing readers with a wealth of information about the lives and works of Prior and Congreve. Johnson discusses their early lives, their education, their literary influences, and their major works. He also provides critical analysis of their writing, discussing its themes, style, and significance.Throughout the book, Johnson provides notes and annotations that help readers understand the historical and cultural context of the works of Prior and Congreve. These notes provide valuable insights into the literary and cultural landscape of England during the time in which these writers lived and worked.Overall, Johnson's Lives of Prior and Congreve: With Introduction and Notes is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the lives and works of these two important English writers. Johnson's biographical sketches and critical analysis provide readers with a deeper understanding of their contributions to the literary world and their impact on English culture.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.