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  • Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 26

    Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 26
    2026/09/17
    In which the gentle turbulence of London’s unrest is recounted with both vividness and restraint, revealing the interplay of public violence and personal courage amidst the Catholic relief riots. Also interwoven are reflections on literary acquaintance, sincere correspondence, and counsel offered with kindness to a young clergyman, all exhibiting the quiet dignity and humanity of Dr. Johnson’s character.
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    39 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 25

    Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 25
    2026/09/16
    In which I accompany Dr. Johnson through lively discourse on religion, politics, and literature, observing his trenchant wit and deep reflections amidst a charming social circle, while also embarking on a pleasant journey to Chester that affords much satisfaction in the company of friends and study. Letters exchanged between us reveal mutual affection and counsel, touching on the challenges of life, scholarly pursuits, and the solace found in friendship and piety.
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    31 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 24

    Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 24
    2026/09/15
    In which I accompany Dr. Johnson through various reflections on friendship, literature, and human nature, including conversations with notable figures and thoughtful letters exchanged amidst concerns of health and silence. Our discourse ranges from the truth of poetic composition to the subtleties of conjugal fidelity, revealing Johnson's characteristic blend of wit, wisdom, and moral earnestness.
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    34 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 23

    Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 23
    2026/09/14
    In which I recount a series of conversations and reflections with Dr. Johnson on subjects ranging from poetry and friendship to liberty and the nature of drinking, all marked by his characteristic wit and candour. These varied discourses, mingled with incidents both grave and humorous, reveal much of Johnson's profound judgment and his singular manner of engaging with the world around him.
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    33 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 22

    Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 22
    2026/09/13
    In which I relate my correspondence and visits with my illustrious friend Dr. Johnson, touching on his literary judgements, military observations at Warley-camp, and his concern for friends both near and far despite his fragile health. His generous nature and indefatigable mind appear undiminished in these letters and meetings, even amidst domestic discomforts and occasional estrangements, reflecting a character both humane and philosophic.
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    33 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 21

    Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 21
    2026/09/12
    In which Mr. Boswell recounts a series of convivial and candid meetings with Dr. Johnson, marked by moments of misunderstanding, philosophical discourse, and sharp wit on topics ranging from literary criticism to human nature. These recollections reveal the complexity of Johnson’s character—his irascibility tempered by warmth, his keen intellect grappling with moral and social questions, and his profound friendship amid the ebbs and flows of temper and conversation.
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    32 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 19

    Life of Johnson Volume 3 Section 19
    2026/09/10
    In which the amiable and complex character of Dr. Johnson is delicately revealed through a variety of engaging conversations, encounters, and reflections on literature, friendship, and the human condition. His thoughtful discourse with an old fellow-collegian, his observations on travel writing, and his spirited discussions with acquaintances paint a vivid portrait of a man both profound and approachable.
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    36 分