The life of Samuel Johnson, LL. D. comprehending an account of his studies and numerous works, in chronological order; a series of his epistolary correspondence and conversations with many eminent persons; and various original pieces of his composition, never before published; the whole exhibiting a view of literature and literary men in Great-Britain, for near half a century, during which he flou

James Boswell

Published by Printed by Henry Baldwin for Charles Dilly in the Poultry, 1791

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1791. Hardcover. Early full calf, rebacked preserving original spines. Some wear to binding, but nicely restored and preserved. First edition, second state (with give corected at p. 135). Engraved portrait in vol. I; two engraved plates in volume II. Text is clean and clear, with wide margins. No bookplates or other ownership markings. A very sound and attractive copy. Very Good.

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• Title: The life of Samuel Johnson, LL. D. comprehending an account of his studies and numerous works, in chronological order; a series of his epistolary correspondence and conversations with many eminent persons; and various original pieces of his composition, never before published; the whole exhibiting a view of literature and literary men in Great-Britain, for near half a century, during which he flou
• Publisher: Printed by Henry Baldwin for Charles Dilly in the Poultry, 1791
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Used - Very Good