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... acquaintance of famous men . In the words of a Memoir written in later years by himself : " Having no uncommon desire for the company of men distinguished for talents and literature , he was fortunate enough to get himself received into ...
... acquaintance of famous men . In the words of a Memoir written in later years by himself : " Having no uncommon desire for the company of men distinguished for talents and literature , he was fortunate enough to get himself received into ...
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... acquaintance commenced about the year 1746 ; and such was Johnson's predilection for him , and fanciful estimation of his moderate abilities , that I have heard him say he should not be satisfied , though attended by all the College of ...
... acquaintance commenced about the year 1746 ; and such was Johnson's predilection for him , and fanciful estimation of his moderate abilities , that I have heard him say he should not be satisfied , though attended by all the College of ...
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... acquaintance . " I , however , was so much impressed with my first notion , that I mentioned it to Johnson ... acquainted with me ; but she has not told you that I wrote it all over again , except two lines . " " The Fountains ...
... acquaintance . " I , however , was so much impressed with my first notion , that I mentioned it to Johnson ... acquainted with me ; but she has not told you that I wrote it all over again , except two lines . " " The Fountains ...
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The Life of Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: Comprehending an Account of His ..., Volume 1 James Boswell Volledige weergave - 1857 |
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