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Anecdotes of the Late Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: During the Last Twenty Years of His Life (Cram Edition)

Anecdotes of the Late Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: During the Last Twenty Years of His Life (Cram Edition)

Piozzi, Hester Lynch
Morley, Henry

Paperback

Biographies GeneralLiterary CriticismBritish History

ISBN10: 1026152801
ISBN13: 9781026152805
Publisher: Xpresspress
Published: Jun 30 2026
Pages: 170
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.36 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Anecdotes of the late Samuel Johnson, LL.D. pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

Hesther Lynch Piozzi's Anecdotes of the late Samuel Johnson, LL.D. during the last twenty years of his life offers a captivating glimpse into the life and personality of one of English literature's most influential figures. More than a simple biography, this collection of anecdotes paints a vibrant portrait of Samuel Johnson as a man of wit, intellect, and complex character.

Piozzi, a close friend and confidante of Johnson, provides invaluable firsthand observations from the last two decades of his life. These personal recollections offer a unique perspective, revealing Johnson's conversational style, his intellectual debates, and his interactions with the literary and social circles of 18th-century England. Readers interested in literary biography and the period will find this work a rich resource, filled with insightful commentary and engaging stories. It is a vital text for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Samuel Johnson and the world that shaped him. A classic of biographical literature.

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