Dr. Johnson and His Circle (1913) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163900055)

Dr. Johnson And His Circle is a book written by John Bailey and published in 1913. The book is a biography of Samuel Johnson, an 18th-century English writer, poet, and literary critic, and his circle of friends and acquaintances. The book explores Johnson's life, his literary works, and his social and cultural milieu. It also delves into the lives of Johnson's contemporaries, including James Boswell, David Garrick, Joshua Reynolds, and others who formed a close-knit intellectual community in 18th-century London. The book provides insights into the literary and cultural scene of the time and offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of some of the most influential figures in English literature. Overall, Dr. Johnson And His Circle is a comprehensive and engaging biography that provides a valuable perspective on the life and times of one of the greatest literary figures in English history.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.

Author: John Bailey
ISBN-10: 1163900052
ISBN-13: 9781163900055
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.76lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.54d