A Dictionary of the English Language: An Anthology (Penguin Classics)
An anthology of Samuel Johnson's landmark dictionary, illustrating the richness and historical development of the English language through his influential definitions and quotations.
About This Book
This anthology presents selections from Samuel Johnson's influential 1755 dictionary.
It captures Johnson's definitions, illustrative quotations, and insights into 18th-century English usage.
The volume highlights the historical development of the English language through Johnson's work.
Readers gain an appreciation for the breadth and depth of Johnson's lexicographical achievement.
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