"The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. Volume 11" by Samuel Johnson is a compilation of parliamentary debates that offer insights into the political issues and societal concerns of the early 1700s. The debates tackle crucial topics like public affairs, ongoing wars, and the duties of government leaders. The book presents a vivid look into discussions in the House of Commons, revealing the delicate balance between respecting the monarchy and protecting the rights of the people. Prominent figures passionately argue, showing both loyalty to the king and a strong desire for the people to have a voice in how the government is run, as the debators grappled with the challenges of balancing the power of the government with the need for public officials to be held accountable.
The Works of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. Volume 11. Parlimentary Debates II.
By Samuel Johnson
Witness fierce parliamentary debates where honor, duty, and the fate of a nation collide.
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About the AuthorSamuel Johnson, often called Dr Johnson, was an English writer who made lasting contributions as a poet, playwright, essayist, moralist, literary critic, sermonist, biographer, editor, and lexicographer. The Oxford Dictionary of National Biography calls him "arguably the most distinguished man of letters in English history".
Samuel Johnson, often called Dr Johnson, was an English writer who made lasting contributions as a poet, playwright, essayist, moralist, literary critic, sermonist, biographer, editor, and lexicographer. The Oxford Dictionary of National Biography calls him "arguably the most distinguished man of letters in English history".
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