In the writings of other poets a character is too often an … - Samuel Johnson

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In the writings of other poets a character is too often an individual; in those of Shakespeare it is commonly a species.

Samuel Johnson

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Samuel Johnson (18 September 1709 [7 September O.S.] – 13 December 1784) was a British author, linguist and lexicographer. He is often referred to as simply Dr. Johnson in the history of literature and is regarded as the greatest man of letters in English history.

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Alternative Names: Dr Johnson • Dr. Johnson • Great Moralist

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