The Works Of Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: Volume 11 - Couverture souple

Johnson, Samuel

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9377508711 ISBN 13 : 9789377508715

Editeur : Double 9 Books, 2026

Synopsis

The works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. Volume 11 gathers extended political debates and argumentative discussions focused on governance, public duty, and the proper conduct of state authority. The volume presents structured parliamentary style exchanges that examine war policy, national resources, executive responsibility, and the advisory role of representative bodies. Speeches and counterarguments are arranged to show how public questions are tested through rhetoric, logic, and appeals to constitutional principle. Emphasis is placed on balance between respect for established authority and the obligation to question decisions that affect the wider population. The discussions highlight procedure, decorum, and persuasive strategy as essential tools in political deliberation. Questions of accountability, prudent spending, and national interest recur throughout the exchanges. Argument is developed through careful definition and rebuttal rather than emotional display, presenting debate as a disciplined civic art. The work portrays political dialogue as a safeguard when guided by reason and ethical concern. Broader ideas include legitimacy, counsel, restraint, and public trust, offering a detailed study of how formal debate shapes policy and collective judgment.

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À propos de l'auteur

Samuel Johnson, known widely as Dr. Johnson, was an English writer whose intellect and moral vision shaped the course of English literature. Born in Lichfield to a family of modest means, he was the son of a bookseller who instilled in him a deep love for reading and scholarship. His marriage to Elizabeth Johnson provided emotional stability during his early struggles as a writer. Over time, he became renowned for his sharp wit, commanding prose, and profound reflections on human character. His works spanned poetry, essays, and biography, displaying both moral depth and linguistic mastery. Johnson's most celebrated achievement, A Dictionary of the English Language, remains a cornerstone of English lexicography, reflecting his precision and cultural insight. Influenced by writers such as Alexander Pope, John Milton, and William Wollaston, he combined literary elegance with philosophical thought. His legacy endures through his critical works, moral essays, and his enduring contribution to shaping the intellectual and linguistic identity of English literature.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9377508711
• ISBN 13: 9789377508715
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 422
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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