Croker's Boswell And Boswell: Studies In The Life Of Johnson (1880)

By Percy Hetherington Fitzgerald

Book Overview

Croker's Boswell and Boswell: Studies in the Life of Johnson is a book written by Percy Hetherington Fitzgerald and published in 1880. The book is a collection of essays and studies on the life and work of Samuel Johnson, an 18th-century British writer, lexicographer, and literary critic, as well as his biographer James Boswell. The book explores various aspects of Johnson's life, including his literary works, his friendships and relationships, his political views, and his personality. The author also examines Boswell's famous biography of Johnson, offering a critical analysis of its style, accuracy, and overall value as a historical document. Fitzgerald's writing is engaging and insightful, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of the most influential figures in English literature. Overall, Croker's Boswell and Boswell is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Samuel Johnson and the literary culture of 18th-century England.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166474623
• ISBN13: 9781166474621
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 342 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"