Life of Johnson, Volume 3 : 1776-1780

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Boswell, James, 1740-1795

Contributor:

Hill, George Birkbeck Norman, 1835-1903

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Life of Johnson, Volume 3" by James Boswell is a historical account published during the late 18th century. The book delves into the life and thoughts of the eminent writer Samuel Johnson, capturing the essence of his personality and the tumultuous events in his life from March 1776 to October 1780, providing an insightful reflection on the social, political, and personal issues of his time. At the start of the volume, Boswell documents a journey undertaken with Johnson, beginning from Ashbourne to London, noted for their discourse on various subjects, including politics, human behavior, and relationships. Through engaging dialogues, Johnson demonstrates his sharp wit, keen observations of society, and profound philosophical insights. Despite the sobering reality of personal losses, including the death of friends, Johnson's remarks evolve into a discourse on friendship, loyalty, and the inevitability of change in human relationships, showcasing both his intellectual depth and emotional sensibility. This opening sets a tone for the narrative, promising a rich exploration of Johnson's character through the lens of his experiences and conversations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jonathan Ingram, David King and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Notes:

Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Life_of_Samuel_Johnson

Release date is 2005-10-01