Samuel Johnson
Samuel Johnson
18 September 1709 – 13 December 17844
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Samuel Johnson, was an English author who made lasting contributions to English literature as a poet, essayist, moralist, literary critic, biographer, editor and lexicographer. Johnson was a devout Anglican and committed Tory, and has been described as "arguably the most distinguished man of letter…
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What is Samuel Johnson best known for?
Samuel Johnson is most celebrated for his monumental work, A Dictionary of the English Language, which was a comprehensive and influential dictionary published in 1755. He is also highly regarded for his essays, particularly those in The Rambler and The Idler, and for his critical biographies in Lives of the Most Eminent English Poets.
What is the best way to start reading Samuel Johnson?
For readers new to Samuel Johnson, a good starting point is often his philosophical novella, The History of Rasselas, Prince of Abyssinia, which offers a concise introduction to his moral and intellectual themes. Alternatively, selections from his essays or his critical work, Lives of the Poets, can provide insight into his distinctive literary style and thought.
Did Samuel Johnson write under any other names?
Samuel Johnson wrote exclusively under his own name throughout his prolific career. He did not use any known pseudonyms or pen names for his published works.