The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419167942)

The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson is a travelogue written by James Boswell, chronicling his journey with the renowned English literary figure, Samuel Johnson, through the Scottish Hebrides islands in 1773. The book provides a detailed account of their travels, including their interactions with the local people, their observations on the landscape, culture, and customs of the Hebrides, and their discussions on various topics ranging from literature and politics to religion and philosophy. Boswell's vivid descriptions of the places they visited, the people they met, and the conversations they had with each other make this book a fascinating read for anyone interested in literature, history, or travel. The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson is not only a valuable historical document but also a literary masterpiece, showcasing Boswell's talent as a writer and his deep admiration for Johnson, whom he considered his mentor and friend.This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: James Boswell
ISBN-10: 1419167944
ISBN-13: 9781419167942
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 284
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.20h x 7.60w x 0.63d