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  • Life of Johnson Volume 2 - 1769 part 1

    Life of Johnson Volume 2 - 1769 part 1
    2026/08/04
    In which the amiable and sagacious Dr. Johnson is depicted in the familiar routine of his London life, bestowing his acute observations on society, literature, religion, and human conduct with a mixture of severity and tenderness, while engaging kindly with his visitors and corresponding with his friends. His thoughts encompass a wide array of topics from politics to theology and personal manners, revealing a mind ever profound, candid, and deeply engaged with the concerns of his time.
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    38 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 2 - 1768

    Life of Johnson Volume 2 - 1768
    2026/08/03
    In which Dr. Johnson's keen wit and profound reflections are laid bare through conversations on criticism, religion, politics, and human nature, unveiling the breadth of his intellect and occasional surliness tempered by genuine good-nature. These dialogues, interspersed with personal anecdotes and philosophical musings, paint a vivid portrait of a mind wrestling with the complexities of life, society, and mortality with candour and penetrating insight.
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    30 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 2 - 1766(cont) to 1767

    Life of Johnson Volume 2 - 1766(cont) to 1767
    2026/08/02
    In which Dr. Johnson and I engage in lively discourse on a variety of topics, from the intricacies of literary merit and moral philosophy to the nature of human behaviour and the peculiarities of nations, revealing his characteristic wit, judgment, and occasional bluntness. Our conversations are interspersed with personal letters, social encounters, and reflections on the art of living, all observed with a candour and affection that reveal the depth of our friendship.
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    32 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 2 - 1764 to 1766

    Life of Johnson Volume 2 - 1764 to 1766
    2026/08/01
    In which the industrious Dr. Johnson, though retreating somewhat from public literary exertions, continued to assist friends and engage in learned correspondence, revealing his profound yet occasionally stern character in intimate discourse. Among the notable incidents recorded are his spirited conversations on morality, literature, and society, culminating in a distinguished and candid audience with the King, which showcased both Johnson's towering intellect and his dignified affability.
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    46 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 1 Part 32

    Life of Johnson Volume 1 Part 32
    2026/07/31
    In which the text briefly contemplates the lasting nature of art and literary friendship, citing Milton and Pope as exemplars of enduring genius. It gently closes the chapter with a nod to mutual support among scholars, leaving the reader poised at a thoughtful pause.
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    23 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 1 Part 31

    Life of Johnson Volume 1 Part 31
    2026/07/30
    In which a solemn moment is observed as Johnson composes a prayer on the day of his mother’s burial, marking his gradual return to the ordinary affairs of life following loss. Contemporary literary and cultural notes surface, including critiques of a new poem and reflections on the curious depiction of a naval hero’s monument.
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    22 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 1 Part 30

    Life of Johnson Volume 1 Part 30
    2026/07/29
    In which the narrative unfolds with gentle reflections on Dr. Johnson’s scholarly labours, social interactions, and peculiar habits, illustrating the dignified simplicity and subtle humour that characterised his demeanor among friends and acquaintances. The episode further reveals the intimate connections and esteem within his circle, providing a delicate portrait of the learned gentleman’s daily life and spiritual contemplations.
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    35 分
  • Life of Johnson Volume 1 Part 29

    Life of Johnson Volume 1 Part 29
    2026/07/28
    In which a rich tapestry of literary and personal reflections is woven, revealing the intellectual breadth and lively character of Dr. Johnson alongside the keen observations and candid disclosures of Boswell and his contemporaries. The episode delicately explores themes of authorship, friendship, learning, and the nuanced customs and opinions of their age, all rendered with a gentle wit and profound respect.
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    28 分