Samuel Johnson And The Making Of Modern England

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Samuel Johnson and the Making of Modern England

Author : Nicholas Hudson
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 0521831253
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (218 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson and the Making of Modern England written by Nicholas Hudson and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2003-10-30 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Samuel Johnson, one of the most renowned authors of the eighteenth century, became virtually a symbol of English national identity in the century following his death in 1784. In Samuel Johnson and the Making of Modern England Nicholas Hudson argues that Johnson not only came to personify English cultural identity but did much to shape it. Hudson examines his contribution to the creation of the modern English identity, approaching Johnson's writing and conversation from scarcely explored directions of cultural criticism - class politics, feminism, party politics, the public sphere, nationalism, and imperialism. Hudson charts the career of an author who rose from obscurity to fame during precisely the period that England became the dominant ideological force in the Western world. In exploring the relations between Johnson's career and the development of England's modern national identity, Hudson develops new and provocative arguments concerning both Johnson's literary achievement and the nature of English Nationhood.

Samuel Johnson and Eighteenth-century Thought

Author : Nicholas Hudson
Publisher : Oxford : Clarendon Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson and Eighteenth-century Thought written by Nicholas Hudson and published by Oxford : Clarendon Press. This book was released on 1988 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In Samuel Johnson and the Making of Modern England Nicholas Hudson argues that Johnson not only came to personify English cultural identity but did much to shape it. Hudson examines his contribution to the creation of the modern English identity, approaching Johnson's writing and conversation from scarcely explored directions of cultural criticism - class politics, feminism, party politics, the public sphere, nationalism, and imperialism. Hudson charts the career of an author who rose from obscurity to fame during precisely the period that England became the dominant force in the Western world. In exploring the relations between Johnson's career and the development of England's modern national identity, Hudson develops new and provocative arguments concerning both Johnson's literary achievement and the nature of English nationhood."--book jacket

Abyssinia's Samuel Johnson

Author : Wendy Laura Belcher
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 019979331X
Total Pages : 298 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (997 download)

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Download or read book Abyssinia's Samuel Johnson written by Wendy Laura Belcher and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2012-06-01 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Uncovers African influences on the Western imagination during the eighteenth century, paying particular attention to the ways Ethiopia inspired and shaped the work of Samuel Johnson.

Samuel Johnson and Eighteenth-century Thought. (1. Issued as a Paperback with Corrections.)

Author : Assistant Professor of English Nicholas Hudson
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 9780198122487
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (224 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson and Eighteenth-century Thought. (1. Issued as a Paperback with Corrections.) written by Assistant Professor of English Nicholas Hudson and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1990 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Politics of Samuel Johnson

Author : J. Clark
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 1137265329
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (372 download)

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Download or read book The Politics of Samuel Johnson written by J. Clark and published by Springer. This book was released on 2012-06-12 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A major academic controversy has raged in recent years over the analysis of the political and religious commitments of Samuel Johnson, the most commanding of the 'commanding heights' of eighteenth-century English letters. This book, one of a trilogy from Palgrave, brings that debate to a decisive conclusion, retrieving the 'historic Johnson.'

Samuel Johnson in Historical Context

Author : J. Clark
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 0230522696
Total Pages : 327 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (35 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson in Historical Context written by J. Clark and published by Springer. This book was released on 2001-12-13 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In one of the more sudden shifts of perspective, and hotly contested controversies of recent historical and literary scholarship, our view of Johnson has been fundamentally changed. This volume offers the best up-to-the-moment account of what has been achieved, and points to the new directions in which scholarship is developing. It will be essential reading for all concerned with eighteenth-century studies.

Great Tales from English History

Author : Robert Lacey
Publisher : Little, Brown
ISBN 13 : 0759511616
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (595 download)

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Download or read book Great Tales from English History written by Robert Lacey and published by Little, Brown. This book was released on 2004-06-03 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With insight, humor and fascinating detail, Lacey brings brilliantly to life the stories that made England -- from Ethelred the Unready to Richard the Lionheart, the Venerable Bede to Piers the Ploughman. The greatest historians are vivid storytellers, Robert Lacey reminds us, and in Great Tales from English History, he proves his place among them, illuminating in unforgettable detail the characters and events that shaped a nation. In this volume, Lacey limns the most important period in England's past, highlighting the spread of the English language, the rejection of both a religion and a traditional view of kingly authority, and an unstoppable movement toward intellectual and political freedom from 1387 to 1689. Opening with Chaucer's Canterbury Tales and culminating in William and Mary's "Glorious Revolution," Lacey revisits some of the truly classic stories of English history: the Battle of Agincourt, where Henry V's skilled archers defeated a French army three times as large; the tragic tale of the two young princes locked in the Tower of London (and almost certainly murdered) by their usurping uncle, Richard III; Henry VIII's schismatic divorce, not just from his wife but from the authority of the Catholic Church; "Bloody Mary" and the burning of religious dissidents; Sir Francis Drake's dramatic, if questionable, part in the defeat of the Spanish Armada; and the terrible and transformative Great Fire of London, to name but a few. Here Anglophiles will find their favorite English kings and queens, villains and victims, authors and architects - from Richard II to Anne Boleyn, the Virgin Queen to Oliver Cromwell, Samuel Pepys to Christopher Wren, and many more. Continuing the "eminently readable, highly enjoyable" (St. Louis Post-Dispatch) history he began in volume I of Great Tales from English History, Robert Lacey has drawn on the most up-to-date research to present a taut and riveting narrative, breathing life into the most pivotal characters and exciting landmarks in England's history.

The Interpretation of Samuel Johnson

Author : J. Clark
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 1137264721
Total Pages : 245 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (372 download)

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Download or read book The Interpretation of Samuel Johnson written by J. Clark and published by Springer. This book was released on 2012-06-12 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A major academic controversy has raged in recent years over the analysis of the political and religious commitments of Samuel Johnson, the most commanding of the 'commanding heights' of eighteenth-century English letters. This book, one of a trilogy from Palgrave, brings that debate to a decisive conclusion, retrieving the 'historic Johnson.'

Samuel Johnson

Author : Jeffrey Meyers
Publisher : Oldcastle Books Ltd
ISBN 13 : 1904915507
Total Pages : 543 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (49 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson written by Jeffrey Meyers and published by Oldcastle Books Ltd. This book was released on 2015-11-27 with total page 543 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jeffrey Meyers tells the extraordinary story of Samuel Johnson one of the most illustrious figures of English literary tradition. Johnson was famous as a poet, novelist, biographer, essayist, critic, editor, lexicographer, conversationalist and larger than life personality. After nine years of work Johnson's, 'A dictionary of the English Language, was published in 1755. He overcame great adversity to achieve success. 'The Struggle' is a masterful portrait of a brilliant and tormented figure.

The Life of Samuel Johnson

Author : James Boswell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 642 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (7 download)

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Download or read book The Life of Samuel Johnson written by James Boswell and published by . This book was released on 1907 with total page 642 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Works of Samuel Johnson: Reviews, Political Tracts, and Lives of Eminent Persons

Author : Samuel Johnson
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 475 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Works of Samuel Johnson: Reviews, Political Tracts, and Lives of Eminent Persons written by Samuel Johnson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-12 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Works of Samuel Johnson: Reviews, Political Tracts, and Lives of Eminent Persons', Samuel Johnson showcases his diverse literary talents in a collection of reviews, political writings, and biographies of notable figures. Known for his concise and incisive prose, Johnson's work provides valuable insights into the social and political landscape of 18th-century England. His keen observations and sharp wit make this compilation a must-read for those interested in British literature and history. Johnson's unique writing style and critical analysis set him apart as a prominent figure in the literary canon of his time. His ability to capture the essence of his subjects with clarity and depth demonstrates his mastery of the written word. Samuel Johnson's academic background and extensive knowledge of the cultural and political climate of his era greatly influenced the themes and subjects he chose to explore in his works. His commitment to intellectual rigor and his distinct perspective shine through in this comprehensive collection. Johnson's dedication to truth and his unwavering sense of moral responsibility are evident in his writings, making them both enlightening and thought-provoking. I highly recommend 'The Works of Samuel Johnson' to readers who appreciate insightful commentary, historical context, and engaging prose. Johnson's multifaceted approach to literature and politics makes this compilation an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of 18th-century British society and culture.

Samuel Johnson and the Politics of Hanoverian England

Author : John Cannon
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson and the Politics of Hanoverian England written by John Cannon and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a lively and readable reinterpretation of Georgian political life by a leading historian of the eighteenth century. Cannon uses Samuel Johnson's remarkable career as a point of entry into the period, exploring such major contemporary issues as education, the poor, capital punishment, the colonies, and Toryism. He challenges many assumptions about Johnson's own attitudes, and offers a substantial modification to the traditional picture of Hanoverian England.

Samuel Johnson

Author : David Nokes
Publisher : Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 080508651X
Total Pages : 469 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (5 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson written by David Nokes and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2010 with total page 469 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this groundbreaking portrait of Samuel Johnson, Nokes positions the great thinker in his rightful place as an active force in the Enlightenment, not a mere recorder or performer, and demonstrates how his interaction with life impacted his work.

Samuel Johnson

Author : J. C. D. Clark
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780521478854
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (788 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson written by J. C. D. Clark and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 1994-10-27 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers an analysis of the life and thought of the writer Samuel Johnson from an historian's viewpoint, reversing the orthodoxy which has dominated the subject for over thirty years. Jonathan Clark, who has written extensively on English and American religion, ideology and politics in the eighteenth century, presents here a Johnson strikingly different from the apolitical, pragmatic and eccentric figure who emerges from the pages of most students of English literature. Johnson's commitments and conflicts in religion and politics, obscured since Macaulay, are reconstructed; his role in the literary dynamics of his age is revealed against a new context for English cultural politics between the Restoration and the age of Romanticism. This book will therefore be of interest not only to Johnsonians but to historians of ideas and students of English literature.

Samuel Johnson & the Journey Into Words

Author : Lynda Mugglestone
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0199679908
Total Pages : 303 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (996 download)

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Download or read book Samuel Johnson & the Journey Into Words written by Lynda Mugglestone and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2015 with total page 303 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book looks at the range of Johnson's writings on, and the complexity of his thinking about, language and lexicography. It casts new light on Johnson's life in language provides a convincing reassessment of his impact on English culture, the making of dictionaries, and their role in a nation's identity.

Johnson without Boswell

Author : Hugh Kingsmill
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000552837
Total Pages : 332 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (5 download)

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Download or read book Johnson without Boswell written by Hugh Kingsmill and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2022-02-14 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1940, Johnson without Boswell is about Samuel Johnson, the dictator of eighteenth-century English letters. It has become almost axiomatic never to mention that mammoth of wit and wisdom without linking him at least in thought with his great biographer, James Boswell. But there were others who knew him well, and who set down what they knew – among them Johnson himself in his letters and autobiographical fragments, his great friend Mrs. Thale in her Anecdotes, and Sir John Hawkins in his Life. From these and others, excerpted and skilfully pieced together in this volume by Hugh Kingsmill, there emerges a portrait of Johnson more domestic and less alarming than Boswell’s. But something of curmudgeon still, who could terrorise his table-companions by brandishing a knife and bellowing that by God he could eat a bit more. The result is a volume richly readable and informative, which can be read with pleasure either wholly or in part, especially by students of English literature.

The Life of Samuel Johnson

Author : James Boswell
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 523 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Life of Samuel Johnson written by James Boswell and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 523 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In making this abridgement of Boswell's Life of Johnson I have omitted most of Boswell's criticisms, comments, and notes, all of Johnson's opinions in legal cases, most of the letters, and parts of the conversation dealing with matters which were of greater importance in Boswell's day than now. I have kept in mind an old habit, common enough, I dare say, among its devotees, of opening the book of random, and reading wherever the eye falls upon a passage of especial interest. All such passages, I hope, have been retained, and enough of the whole book to illustrate all the phases of Johnson's mind and of his time which Boswell observed.