The Life of Samuel Johnson V4: Together with the Journal of a Tour of the Hebrides (1884)

The Life of Samuel Johnson V4: Together with the Journal of a Tour of the Hebrides (1884) is a book written by James Boswell that chronicles the life of Samuel Johnson, a renowned English writer, lexicographer, and literary critic. This particular volume is the fourth in a series of books that Boswell wrote about Johnson's life.In addition to chronicling Johnson's life, this book also includes Boswell's journal of a tour of the Hebrides, which he took with Johnson in 1773. The Hebrides are a group of islands off the west coast of Scotland, and the journal provides a fascinating look at the landscape, culture, and people of this remote corner of the world.Throughout the book, Boswell provides an intimate portrait of Johnson, detailing his personal struggles, his literary achievements, and his relationships with other writers and intellectuals of his time. The book is also filled with anecdotes and conversations between Boswell and Johnson, giving readers a sense of the wit, intelligence, and humor that made Johnson such a beloved figure in his day.Overall, The Life of Samuel Johnson V4: Together with the Journal of a Tour of the Hebrides (1884) is a fascinating and insightful look at one of the most important figures in English literature, as well as a vivid portrait of a unique and remote part of Scotland.With Notes And Appendices.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.