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Boswell's Life Of Johnson, Abridged (1917)

Boswell's Life Of Johnson, Abridged (1917)

Jensen, Gerard Edward
Boswell, James

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ISBN10: 1104626098
ISBN13: 9781104626099
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 246
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.52 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Boswell's Life of Johnson, Abridged (1917) is a book written by James Boswell, which is a shortened version of his original work, The Life of Samuel Johnson. The book provides an insight into the life of Samuel Johnson, a renowned English writer, and lexicographer, who lived in the 18th century. Boswell, who was a close friend of Johnson, wrote the book based on his personal experiences and conversations with him. The abridged version of the book covers Johnson's life from his birth to his death, providing a detailed account of his personal and professional life. It includes Johnson's struggles with poverty and mental health, his literary achievements, and his relationships with other famous figures of the time. The book also highlights Johnson's wit and wisdom, which made him a prominent figure in the literary world. Overall, Boswell's Life of Johnson, Abridged (1917) is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the life of Samuel Johnson and the literary scene of the 18th century. The book provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of Johnson's life, making it an accessible read for those who may not have the time to read the full-length version of the book.With Notes And An Introduction.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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