Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson LL.D. Containing some poetical pieces by Dr Johnson, relative to the tour, and never before published; a series of his conversation, literary anecdotes and opinions of men and books; with an authentic account of the distresses and escape of the grandson of King James II in the year 1746.

Boswell, James

Published by Office of the National Illustrated Library, London, 1852

About this Item

351p "Second Edition" on the fore-title page and a "New Edition" on the title page. All original with yellow endpapers with an early owners signature - (Maryanne and Jessie Dorville, Highcroft, Malvern and in original decorative embossed boards. But fair condition only - one gathering loosening and boards have old mildew and fading. Small bookseller label - Deighton Worcester on front pastedown. Early reading copy. See Scans.

Seller Inventory # 012196

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson LL.D. Containing some poetical pieces by Dr Johnson, relative to the tour, and never before published; a series of his conversation, literary anecdotes and opinions of men and books; with an authentic account of the distresses and escape of the grandson of King James II in the year 1746.
• Publisher: Office of the National Illustrated Library, London
• Publication Date: 1852
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: Later Edition
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No d/w (as issued)
• Seller catalogs:
  • Scottish Topography & Local History
  • History
  • Transport