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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: Samuel Johnson – Letter To Chesterfield

Born on September 18, 1709, Dr. Johnson was a poet, essayist, moralist, literary critic and lexicographer who made lasting contributions to English literature before his death on December 13, 1784.   We have previously looked at Samuel Johnson’s life and … Continue reading

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Time Spent With the Harvard Classics: On the Tragedies of Shakespeare Considered – Charles Lamb

The English Essayist and poet Charles Lamb was born on February 10, 1775.  He lived until December 27, 1834.  In the days of his life, he became best known for his Essays of Elia, Tales of Shakespeare and this essay On the Tragedies … Continue reading

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