Life of Johnson, Volume 6 by James Boswell
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About this eBook
| Author | Boswell, James, 1740-1795 |
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| Editor | Hill, George Birkbeck Norman, 1835-1903 |
| Title |
Life of Johnson, Volume 6
Addenda, index, dicta philosophi, etc. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 88.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Terry Gilliland, and Project Gutenberg Distributed Proofreaders |
| Summary | "Life of Johnson, Volume 6" by James Boswell is a historical account written during the late 19th century. This volume serves as an addenda to the previous volumes that chronicled the life of the renowned writer Samuel Johnson. It includes Boswell's journal of a tour to the Hebrides, Johnson's diary of a journey into North Wales, and various letters and notes that provide additional insights into Johnson's life and thought. At the start of this volume, the contents and organization are presented, which detail the additional materials included. The opening portion features letters penned by Samuel Johnson, showcasing his correspondence with various individuals, such as his printer William Strahan, along with proposals for projects he was involved in, such as a Geographical Dictionary. These letters highlight Johnson's literary pursuits and provide a glimpse into his thoughts on collaboration, finances, and the progress of his writing, illustrating his dedication to literature and the meticulous nature of his work. Overall, the beginning sets the stage for a detailed examination of Johnson's character and contributions through the lens of Boswell's extensive notes and correspondence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Johnson, Samuel, 1709-1784 |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 18th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Lexicographers -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Critics -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11729 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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