Maxioms by Samuel Johnson
Those who attain any excellence commonly spend life in one pursuit; for excellence is not often granted upon easier terms.
Those who attain any excellence commonly spend life in one pursuit; for excellence is not often granted upon easier terms.
The trappings of a monarchy would set up an ordinary
commonwealth.
The trappings of a monarchy would set up an ordinary
commonwealth.
When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life read more
When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford
Where secrecy or mystery begins, vice or roguery is not far off.
Where secrecy or mystery begins, vice or roguery is not far off.
The liberty of the press is a blessing when we are inclined to write against others, and a calamity when read more
The liberty of the press is a blessing when we are inclined to write against others, and a calamity when we find ourselves overborne by the multitude of our assailants.
