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The History of Literature
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The Diverse Perspectives on Dr. Johnson's Influence
This chapter explores the contrasting views of literary critics and poets on Dr. Johnson during the romantic era, from being seen as a machine-like figure lacking creativity to a literary father figure admired by poets like Lord Byron. It discusses skepticism in Johnson’s writing, the concept of originality in literature, and the shared themes of emptiness and unfulfillment in works by Johnson and Byron.
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