Publisher's Synopsis
""Samuel Johnson"" by Elbert Hubbard is a biography of the famous 18th century English writer, poet, and lexicographer, Samuel Johnson. The book delves into the life and career of Johnson, from his humble beginnings to his rise to literary fame. It explores his struggles with poverty, illness, and depression, as well as his relationships with other notable figures of the time, including James Boswell and Joshua Reynolds. The book also provides insight into Johnson's literary works, including his famous dictionary, and his contributions to the literary scene of his time. Hubbard's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book an excellent read for anyone interested in the life and works of Samuel Johnson or the literary world of 18th century England.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: English Authors, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766104079.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
