The Life Of Samuel Johnson V1

The Life Of Samuel Johnson V1

James Boswell

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Biografía: general
ISBN:
9781120337429
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The Life of Samuel Johnson Volume 1 is a biographical work written by James Boswell in 1851. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Samuel Johnson, a prominent English writer, poet, and literary critic of the 18th century. The book is divided into chapters that are arranged in chronological order, covering Johnson’s childhood, education, and his numerous works. The author provides detailed information about Johnson’s personal life, including his relationships with friends and family, as well as his struggles with mental health issues. The book also includes excerpts from Johnson’s letters and other writings, providing insight into his thoughts and opinions on various topics. Overall, The Life of Samuel Johnson Volume 1 is a fascinating and detailed account of the life and works of one of the most important literary figures of the 18th century.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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