{"product_id":"the-life-of-dr-samuel-johnson-1847-9781436529709","title":"The Life Of Dr. Samuel Johnson (1847)","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): John Fuller Russell\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Kessinger Publishing\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Literary\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Life of Dr. Samuel Johnson is a biography of the famous 18th-century English writer, lexicographer, and literary critic, written by John Fuller Russell and originally published in 1847. The book chronicles the life of Samuel Johnson, from his humble beginnings in Lichfield, Staffordshire, to his rise to literary fame in London. The biography covers Johnson's early years, including his childhood, education, and struggles with poverty and depression. It also delves into his career as a writer, including his contributions to the Dictionary of the English Language, his essays and literary criticism, and his novels and plays. Throughout the book, Russell provides insights into Johnson's personal life, including his relationships with family and friends, his religious beliefs, and his struggles with physical and mental health. The biography also explores Johnson's impact on English literature and culture, including his influence on other writers and his role in shaping the literary landscape of his time. Overall, The Life of Dr. Samuel Johnson is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of England's most celebrated literary figures.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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kessinger Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":47611525103767,"sku":"9781436529709","price":4503.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9781436529709.webp?v=1775071300","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-life-of-dr-samuel-johnson-1847-9781436529709","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}