Samuel Johnson's famous dictionary of the English Language is a timeless classic that remains an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of the English language. This edition features the original text, as well as a fascinating introduction that places the book in its historical context. It is a must-read for anyone who loves words and the history of language. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.