Life Of Johnson, Volume 6

by George Birkbeck Hill

Book Overview

The Life of Johnson V6 is a biography of the famous English writer Samuel Johnson, written by George Birkbeck Hill. This is the sixth and final volume of the series, which covers Johnson's life from 1780 until his death in 1784. The book delves into Johnson's personal life, including his struggles with depression and physical ailments, as well as his literary accomplishments and contributions to the English language. Hill draws from a variety of sources, including Johnson's own writings and letters, to provide a comprehensive and insightful portrait of this influential figure in English literature. The Life of Johnson V6 is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and work of Samuel Johnson, as well as the literary and cultural history of 18th century England.VOLUME VI: ADDENDA, INDEX, DICTA PHILOSOPHI.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: 1419130382
• ISBN13: 9781419130380
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 796 Pages
• Weight: 3.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"