A Poetical Review Of The Literary And Moral Character Of The Late Samuel Johnson

A Poetical Review Of The Literary And Moral Character Of The Late Samuel Johnson: With Notes (1786) is a book written by John Courtenay that provides a poetic tribute to the life and works of Samuel Johnson a renowned 18th-century English writer and lexicographer. The book is divided into several sections that cover various aspects of Johnson's life and personality including his literary achievements his moral character and his impact on English literature and culture.The poems in the book are written in a variety of styles and meters ranging from sonnets to odes to elegies. They are accompanied by extensive notes that provide additional context and commentary on Johnson's life and works as well as on the literary and cultural milieu in which he lived.Overall A Poetical Review Of The Literary And Moral Character Of The Late Samuel Johnson: With Notes (1786) is a tribute to one of the most important literary figures of the 18th century written by a contemporary poet who sought to capture the essence of Johnson's life and works in verse. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English literature and culture and in the life and works of Samuel Johnson in particular.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.