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It was in the year 1747 that he issued his plan or pro spectus of that which is perhaps the greatest'of all his works, his Dictionary of the English Language. It was not till the spring of 1755 that it was ready for publication. The plan he had addressed to the Earl of Chesterfield, 'who was at once,' to quote the words of Lord Macaulay, the most dis tinguished orator in the Upper House, and the undisputed sovereign of wit and fashion By this great nobleman Johnson thought that he was slighted. Sir,' said he, after making great professions he had for many years taken no notice of me but when my Dielionaiy was coming out, he fell a scribbling in le World about it.' Chesterfield's scribble was flippant and indecent. Johnson wrote to him that famous letter which is likely to be read as long as the English language is understood 1.
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- Erscheinungsdatum2018
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- ISBN 13 9781333011185
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an allegorical tale that explores the futile search for happiness amidst worldly pleasures and possessions. It follows Rasselas, a young Abyssinian prince, as he embarks on a quest to discover the true meaning of life beyond the confines of his secluded, idyllic home. The story delves into philosophical and existential themes, examining the human condition, the nature of contentment, and the limitations of human knowledge. Through Rasselas's encounters with various individuals and experiences, the author explores the paradoxes of human existence, the interplay between desire and fulfillment, and the elusive nature of happiness. The book's insights into the human condition remain as relevant today as when it was first written. The author's timeless observations on the human psyche, the pursuit of meaning, and the search for purpose resonate with readers across generations. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333011185_0
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