Hodge the Cat

Hodge 'a very fine cat indeed' belonging to Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) of Gough Square. 'Sir, when a man is tired of London he is tired of life: for there us in London all that life can afford.' 'The chief glory of every people arises from its authors'

Hodge the Cat was owned by the English writer and lexicographer Samuel Johnson, who lived in Gough Square, London, in the 18th century. The cat became notable through mentions in biographies of Johnson, reflecting the domestic life of one of England's most influential literary figures.