The Johnson Society of Australia enters its 31st year, being founded in Melbourne in 1993. It remains strong with 40 members, including several of the foundation members. Members reside in most Australian States and there is a strong contingent in New Zealand. They come from a variety of backgrounds but what they all share is a fascination for the eighteenth century whether it be literature, art, history or ideas and seen through the lens of Samuel Johnson.
Apart from the visit to the Gallery, all other events will be held at the Kathleen Syme Library in Carlton.
Sunday April 28th Guided tour of a section of 18th Century art at the National Gallery of Victoria.
Saturday June 8th Annual Seminar, including:
Johnson and Friendship by Dr Paul Tankard
Johnson and Oliver Goldsmith by Dennis Dorwick
Friday 25th July John Byrne at Rare Book Week – “Rebuilding Johnsons’ Library”
Saturday 14th September Fleeman Lecture: Dr Marc Mierowsky on a comparison of Samuel Johnson and Daniel Defoe
Saturday December 7th Christmas Convivial
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