James. The Life of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. comprehending an account of his studies and numerous works, in Chronological order; a series of his epistolary correspondence and conversations with many emine

by BOSWELL

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BOSWELL, James. The Life of Samuel Johnson, LL.D. comprehending an account of his studies and numerous works, in Chronological order; a series of his epistolary correspondence and conversations with many eminent persons; and various original pieces of his composition, never before published. London: Henry Baldwin . 1791. Two vols, 4to. Rebound full calf; raised bands to spines, ruled in gilt, spines lettered and ornamented in gilt; speckled edges; marbled endpapers; pp. I: xii, [xvi], 516; II: [iv], 588; engraved frontispiece in vol. I of Johnson by J. Heath after Joshua Reynolds; with two facsimile plates, one showing Johnson's handwriting; minimal rubbing to hinges of spines; internally clean; a very good set. First edition, second issue, with the 'give' printed on p. 135. Widely praised since its publication, Boswell's The Life of Samuel Johnson provides an entertaining in-depth account of Johnson, based on material kept in Boswell's diaries. Extensive in both size and subject, this work provides intricate details about arguably one of the most important literary figures of the eighteenth century. Boswell's biography is a meticulously detailed account of Johnson's life, beginning with his early years and tracing his journey through the intellectual and literary circles of the time. It explores Johnson's upbringing, his struggles with poverty, and his remarkable literary achievements. Boswell's narrative is peppered with direct quotations from Johnson and their conversation

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