Boswell's Autobiography (1912)

By Percy Hetherington Fitzgerald

Book Overview

Boswell's Autobiography is a book written by Percy H. Fitzgerald in 1912. The book is a biography of James Boswell, a Scottish lawyer, diarist, and author who is best known for his biography of Samuel Johnson, one of the most famous literary figures of the 18th century. Boswell's Autobiography is a detailed account of Boswell's life, including his upbringing in Scotland, his travels throughout Europe, his career as a lawyer, and his friendships with some of the most influential people of his time. The book also includes excerpts from Boswell's diaries and letters, providing readers with a unique insight into his personal thoughts and experiences. Overall, Boswell's Autobiography is a fascinating look at the life of one of the most important literary figures of the 18th century, as well as a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of literature and culture.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: 116409517X
• ISBN13: 9781164095170
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"