How Samuel Johnson Achieved Literary and Financial Independence
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- Опубликовано: 23 май 2024
- Today we're looking at the life of Dr. Samuel Johnson, an eighteenth-century English critic who embodied the true spirit of self-reliance and perseverance. Despite facing various hardships in his life, Dr. Johnson managed to defy the odds and become one of the most influential figures in the history of English letters. Join us as we uncover the fascinating journey of this unconventional thinker and learn how his life can serve as a powerful reminder that success is indeed possible, even for those who may not fit into traditional molds.
We delve into his unique approach to life and work, highlighting how his unorthodox methods eventually played a significant role in his success, and how his unwavering belief in his own abilities and his refusal to rely on external support allowed him to carve out a path to success. Success is inevitable for those who put in the work.
0:00:00 - Intro and Early Life
0:04:50 - Samuel Johnson's Writing Career
0:12:36 - The Patronage Model
0:18:55 - Success By Perseverance and Self-Reliance
(Sorry for some clicking in the audio, there were some issues with my set up that I didn't notice until after I was done recording. We'll get that sorted!)
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This was excellent, and I had no idea about these details of the great Dr. Samuel Johnson’s life. Thank you for all the work and research you did to bring this truth to light-it is indeed encouraging and inspiring.
I’m so glad that Dr Johnson is getting more popular.
Thank you for this, Justin! What a fantastic perspective on the work of Dr. Samuel Johnson and how he approached his writing. Love the angle you took in exploring his case. What an inspiring vignette!
His royalties from Blackadder III must have helped