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Samuel Derrick (1724–1769) was an Irish author, known as a hack writer in London where he had wide literary connections. ==Life== Born in Dublin, Derrick served an apprenticeship with a linendraper, and after that was a failed actor. He then turned to writing. Derrick knew Samuel Johnson, who had a soft spot for him, and he helped Johnson in researching John Dryden's life. He also knew James Boswell in his early days in London.〔 He was supported by Tobias Smollett, who gave him employment as amanuensis and on ''The Critical Review''. He is thought to have been the original compiler of ''Harris's List of Covent Garden Ladies'', an annual directory of London prostitutes beginning in 1757. Two years after the death of Beau Nash in 1761, Derrick was appointed master of the ceremonies at Bath. He was employed there, and in a similar position in Tunbridge Wells, until his death on 28 March 1769. There was no lack of criticism, with James Quin in particular (who had wanted the position in Bath) undermining Derrick.〔 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Samuel Derrick」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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