Life of Samuel Johnson LL. D. Comprehending an Account of his Studies and Numerous Works, in Chronological Order; with his Correspondence and Conversations.

James Boswell

Published by Henry Washbourne, London, 1848

About this Item

A neat copy of this study of the life and works of Samuel Johnson. Leather binding. Said to the the greatest biography written in the English language, this work reviews the life and works of Samuel Johnson, an English writer who made lasting contributions in poetry, playwrighting and as a critic. Written and edited by James Boswell, a Scottish biographer, diarist, and lawyer. He was best known for this biography of his friend and contemporary, Samuel Johnson. In the original brown morocco binding. Externally, a trifle rubbed with shelf wear to the extremities, boards and spine. Previous owner's bookplate to front pastedown. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are very bright and clean. Good.

Seller Inventory # 843T78

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Life of Samuel Johnson LL. D. Comprehending an Account of his Studies and Numerous Works, in Chronological Order; with his Correspondence and Conversations.
• Publisher: Henry Washbourne, London
• Publication Date: 1848
• Binding: Leather
• Illustrator: None
• Condition: Good
• Book Type: book