Excerpt from The Life of Samuel Johnson, LL. D, Vol. 5 of 5: Including a Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides
The death of dear Mr. Thrale has made my attendance upon his home necessary; but we have sold the trade, which we did not know how to manage, and have sold it for an hun dred and thirty thousand pounds.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents an insightful and comprehensive examination of Samuel Johnson's life during 1782, a period marked by both personal struggles and profound literary achievements. The author delves into Johnson's physical and mental health battles, including his debilitating illnesses and the loss of close friends. Despite these challenges, the author highlights Johnson's unwavering dedication to his writing, as evidenced by the publication of his acclaimed work, "The Lives of the Poets." Through an exploration of Johnson's letters and diary entries, the book provides a captivating glimpse into his innermost thoughts, relationships, and intellectual pursuits. It sheds light on the complexities of Johnson's character, his resilience in the face of adversity, and his enduring contributions to literature and thought. This meticulously researched volume offers a valuable resource for those seeking a deeper understanding of one of the most influential figures in English literature. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334321269_0
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