The applause of a single human being is of great consequence.
Life of Johnson (Boswell). Vol. vii. Chap. x.
The potentiality of growing rich beyond the dreams of avarice.[374:1]
Life of Johnson (Boswell). Vol. viii. Chap. ii.
Classical quotation is the parole of literary men all over the world.
Life of Johnson (Boswell). Vol. viii. Chap. iii. 1781.
My friend was of opinion that when a man of rank appeared in that character [as an author], he deserved to have his merits handsomely allowed.[374:2]
Life of Johnson (Boswell). Vol. viii. Chap. iii. 1781.
I never have sought the world; the world was not to seek me.[374:3]
Life of Johnson (Boswell). Vol. viii. Chap. v. 1783.