The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 04 The Adventurer; The Idler By: Samuel Johnson (1709-1784)
The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 04 features two of Johnson's lesser-known works, The Adventurer and The Idler. Both collections showcase Johnson's signature style of wit and wisdom, with essays that are both introspective and thought-provoking. In The Adventurer, Johnson explores various moral and social issues through the lens of his protagonist, Sir Alexander Fitz-Adam. The essays are filled with Johnson's keen observations on human nature, providing readers with a glimpse into the complexities of 18th-century society. The Idler, on the other hand, follows the musings of an unnamed protagonist as he navigates the challenges and pleasures of everyday life. Johnson's contemplative tone shines through in these essays, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of a man grappling with the universal questions of existence. Overall, The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 04 is a captivating and insightful collection that showcases Johnson's talent as a writer and thinker. Fans of Johnson's more well-known works will appreciate the opportunity to delve into these lesser-known gems and gain a deeper understanding of this literary giant's oeuvre. First Page: DR. JOHNSON'S WORKS. THE ADVENTURER AND IDLER. THE WORKS OF SAMUEL JOHNSON, LL.D. IN NINE VOLUMES. VOLUME THE FOURTH. MDCCCXXV. PREFATORY NOTICE TO THE ADVENTURER. The Adventurer was projected in the year 1752, by Dr. John Hawkesworth. He was partly induced to undertake the work by his admiration of the Rambler, which had now ceased to appear, the style and sentiments of which evidently, from his commencement, he made the models of his imitation. The first number was published on the seventh of November, 1752. The quantity and price were the same as the Rambler, and also the days of its appearance. He was joined in his labours by Dr. Johnson in 1753, whose first paper is dated March 3, of that year; and after its publication Johnson applied to his friend, Dr. Joseph Warton, for his assistance, which was afforded: and the writers then were, besides the projector Dr. Hawkesworth, Dr. Johnson, Dr. Joseph Warton, Dr. Bathurst, Colman, Mrs. Chapone and the Hon. Hamilton Boyle, the accomplished son of Lord Orrery [1]. Our business, however, in the present pages, does not lie with the Adventurer in general, but only with Dr. Johnson's contributions; which amount to the number of twenty nine, beginning with No. 34, and ending with No. 138. Much criticism has been employed in appropriating some of them, and the carelessness of editors has overlooked several that have been satisfactorily proved to be Johnson's own[2]... Continue reading book >>

The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 04 The Adventurer; The Idler By: Samuel Johnson (1709-1784)

The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 04 features two of Johnson's lesser-known works, The Adventurer and The Idler. Both collections showcase Johnson's signature style of wit and wisdom, with essays that are both introspective and thought-provoking.

In The Adventurer, Johnson explores various moral and social issues through the lens of his protagonist, Sir Alexander Fitz-Adam. The essays are filled with Johnson's keen observations on human nature, providing readers with a glimpse into the complexities of 18th-century society.

The Idler, on the other hand, follows the musings of an unnamed protagonist as he navigates the challenges and pleasures of everyday life. Johnson's contemplative tone shines through in these essays, offering readers a glimpse into the mind of a man grappling with the universal questions of existence.

Overall, The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 04 is a captivating and insightful collection that showcases Johnson's talent as a writer and thinker. Fans of Johnson's more well-known works will appreciate the opportunity to delve into these lesser-known gems and gain a deeper understanding of this literary giant's oeuvre.

First Page:

DR. JOHNSON'S WORKS.

THE

ADVENTURER AND IDLER.

THE

WORKS

SAMUEL JOHNSON, LL.D.

IN NINE VOLUMES.

VOLUME THE FOURTH.

MDCCCXXV.

PREFATORY NOTICE

THE ADVENTURER.

The Adventurer was projected in the year 1752, by Dr. John Hawkesworth. He was partly induced to undertake the work by his admiration of the Rambler, which had now ceased to appear, the style and sentiments of which evidently, from his commencement, he made the models of his imitation.

The first number was published on the seventh of November, 1752. The quantity and price were the same as the Rambler, and also the days of its appearance. He was joined in his labours by Dr. Johnson in 1753, whose first paper is dated March 3, of that year; and after its publication Johnson applied to his friend, Dr. Joseph Warton, for his assistance, which was afforded: and the writers then were, besides the projector Dr. Hawkesworth, Dr. Johnson, Dr. Joseph Warton, Dr. Bathurst, Colman, Mrs. Chapone and the Hon. Hamilton Boyle, the accomplished son of Lord Orrery [1].

Our business, however, in the present pages, does not lie with the Adventurer in general, but only with Dr. Johnson's contributions; which amount to the number of twenty nine, beginning with No. 34, and ending with No. 138.

Much criticism has been employed in appropriating some of them, and the carelessness of editors has overlooked several that have been satisfactorily proved to be Johnson's own[2]... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 06 Reviews, Political Tracts, and Lives of Eminent Persons	The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 10 Parlimentary Debates I	The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 11. Parlimentary Debates II.
The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 1	The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 03 The Rambler, Volume II	The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 05 Miscellaneous Pieces
The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 04 The Adventurer; The Idler	The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 8

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