Cambridge Companions to Literature Ser.: New Cambridge Companion to Samuel ...

Name: Cambridge Companions to Literature Ser.: New Cambridge Companion to Samuel ...
Brand: Cambridge University Press

Cambridge University Press

Explore the multifaceted life and works of Samuel Johnson with "The New Cambridge Companion to Samuel Johnson." Edited by Greg Clingham, this comprehensive companion offers deep insights into Johnson's literary significance, critical reception, and enduring legacy. Ideal for students, scholars, and literature enthusiasts, this book delves into his major works, his influence on the Enlightenment, and his role in shaping literary history. Key features include: * In-depth analysis of Johnson's most important writings * Exploration of his contributions to poetry, criticism, and lexicography * Essays by leading Johnsonian scholars * Contextualization within the 18th-century literary and intellectual landscape "The New Cambridge Companion to Samuel Johnson" provides a thorough and accessible examination of one of the most pivotal figures in English literature. Product Summary: Cambridge University Press, The New Cambridge Companion to Samuel Johnson, Greg Clingham, Samuel Johnson, literary companion, 18th-century literature, English literature, literary criticism, paperback.