The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes, Volume 05 by Samuel Johnson
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| Author | Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784 |
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| Title |
The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes, Volume 05
Miscellaneous Pieces |
| Note | Reading ease score: 47.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Carol David and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. in Nine Volumes, Volume 05" by Samuel Johnson is a collection of various essays, prefaces, and treatises written in the mid-18th century. This volume primarily includes Johnson's reflections on language and lexicography, particularly focusing on his plans for the English Dictionary, which aimed to define and document the evolving nature of the English language. The opening of this volume features Johnson's detailed explanation of his ambitious project to create an English dictionary. He shares his thoughts on the challenges of defining words, fixing orthography, and the influence of time and fashion on language. Johnson expresses the complexities involved in balancing accuracy with accessibility, emphasizing the need for the dictionary to serve both critical and popular audiences. Through his meticulous approach, he outlines guidelines for word selection and usage, making the task of lexicography appear not only daunting but essential for the preservation of English language and grammar. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English essays -- 18th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11768 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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