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Croker's Boswell And Boswell

- Studies In The Life Of Johnson

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Croker's Boswell And Boswell: Studies In The Life Of Johnson by Percy Fitzgerald is a literary work that delves into the life and times of Samuel Johnson, one of the most celebrated literary figures of the 18th century. The book is a compilation of essays and critical analyses of Johnson's life and works, and is divided into two parts.The first part of the book focuses on Boswell's Life of Johnson, which is widely regarded as one of the most important biographies in English literature. Fitzgerald provides a detailed analysis of Boswell's work, examining its literary merits and its historical significance. He also explores the relationship between Boswell and Johnson, and the ways in which Boswell's biography shaped our understanding of Johnson's life and character.The second part of the book is devoted to Croker's edition of Boswell's Life of Johnson. Fitzgerald provides a critical assessment of Croker's work, examining its strengths and weaknesses, and discussing the ways in which it differs from previous editions of Boswell's biography. He also explores the controversies surrounding Croker's edition, including accusations of censorship and editorial bias.Throughout the book, Fitzgerald offers insights into Johnson's life and works, as well as the literary and cultural context in which he lived. He draws on a wide range of sources, including letters, diaries, and other contemporary accounts, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of one of the most important figures in English literature.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781163280454
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 318
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x17 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 426 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 26. november 2024
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Croker's Boswell And Boswell: Studies In The Life Of Johnson by Percy Fitzgerald is a literary work that delves into the life and times of Samuel Johnson, one of the most celebrated literary figures of the 18th century. The book is a compilation of essays and critical analyses of Johnson's life and works, and is divided into two parts.The first part of the book focuses on Boswell's Life of Johnson, which is widely regarded as one of the most important biographies in English literature. Fitzgerald provides a detailed analysis of Boswell's work, examining its literary merits and its historical significance. He also explores the relationship between Boswell and Johnson, and the ways in which Boswell's biography shaped our understanding of Johnson's life and character.The second part of the book is devoted to Croker's edition of Boswell's Life of Johnson. Fitzgerald provides a critical assessment of Croker's work, examining its strengths and weaknesses, and discussing the ways in which it differs from previous editions of Boswell's biography. He also explores the controversies surrounding Croker's edition, including accusations of censorship and editorial bias.Throughout the book, Fitzgerald offers insights into Johnson's life and works, as well as the literary and cultural context in which he lived. He draws on a wide range of sources, including letters, diaries, and other contemporary accounts, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of one of the most important figures in English literature.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.

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