42. Johnson Flashcards
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1
Q
Who was Johnson?
A
First major critic in English, journalist, poet, playwright.
2
Q
What’s his important work on the English language?
A
“Dictionary of the English Language”.
3
Q
What did he think of Theatres Licensing Act? When did it (TLA) happen?
A
He defended it. TLA was affirmed in 1737.
