Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Samuel Johnson V4: Including A Journal of His Tour to the Hebrides (1848) is a biographical work by James Boswell that provides a detailed account of the life of Samuel Johnson, an 18th-century English writer, poet, and lexicographer. The book is the fourth volume of Boswell's comprehensive biography of Johnson, and it covers the period from 1776 to Johnson's death in 1784.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a continuation of Boswell's account of Johnson's life, and it covers Johnson's later years, including his work on his famous dictionary and his relationships with friends and colleagues. The second part of the book is a journal of Boswell's travels with Johnson to the Hebrides, a group of islands off the west coast of Scotland. The journal provides a fascinating glimpse into Johnson's personality and his interactions with the people and culture of the region.Throughout the book, Boswell provides a vivid and engaging portrait of Johnson, highlighting his wit, intelligence, and eccentricities. The book also offers insights into the literary and cultural world of 18th-century England, as well as the social and political issues of the time.Overall, The Life of Samuel Johnson V4: Including A Journal of His Tour to the Hebrides (1848) is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Samuel Johnson, as well as the literary and cultural history of 18th-century England.In Ten Volumes.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.
