Boswell's Life of Johnson

<p>James Boswell's Life of Johnson remains a cornerstone of English literature offering unparalleled insight into the life and mind of the 18th-century literary critic Samuel Johnson. This abridged and edited edition presents the core narrative of Boswell's biography capturing the essence of Johnson's wit wisdom and complex personality.<br><br>Boswell meticulously chronicles Johnson's journey painting a vivid portrait of a man who profoundly shaped the literary landscape of his time. More than just a biography this work is a historical document that transports the reader to the heart of 18th-century intellectual life. Explore the world of Samuel Johnson through the eyes of his devoted biographer and discover why Life of Johnson continues to captivate readers with its enduring story. This edition ensures that Boswell's classic work is accessible for anyone interested in literary history and biography.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>