Life Of Samuel Johnson
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The Life of Samuel Johnson is a biography written by Christopher Adams about the famous English writer, Samuel Johnson. The book provides an in-depth look at Johnson's life, from his childhood in Lichfield to his rise to fame as a literary figure in London. Adams delves into Johnson's personal struggles, including his battles with depression and physical ailments, as well as his literary achievements, such as his dictionary and essays. The biography also explores Johnson's relationships with other notable figures of his time, including James Boswell and Joshua Reynolds. Through extensive research and analysis, Adams offers readers a comprehensive understanding of Johnson's life and legacy as one of the most influential writers of the 18th century.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.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1162992395
ISBN13:9781162992396
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:356 Pages
Weight:1.05 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"
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