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James Boswell

by W. Keith Leask

Level C1 · AdvancedHistorical10 chapters
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About this book

Explore the intricate lineage and proud heritage of James Boswell, tracing his Norman roots and noble connections that shaped the man behind the famous Life of Johnson. Dive into a richly detailed biography revealing new insights into his family and times.

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Contents

10 chapters in all. The first chapter is free to read with no account.

02PREFACE
03CHAPTER I EARLY DAYS—MEETS JOHNSON. 1740-1763
04CHAPTER II THE CONTINENT—CORSICA. 1763-66
05CHAPTER III EDINBURGH BAR—STRATFORD JUBILEE. 1766-69
06CHAPTER IV LOVE AFFAIRS—LITERARY CLUB. 1766-73
07CHAPTER V TOUR TO THE HEBRIDES. 1773
08CHAPTER VI EDINBURGH LIFE—DEATH OF JOHNSON. 1773-1784
09CHAPTER VII THE ENGLISH BAR—DEATH. 1784-1795
10CHAPTER VIII IN LITERATURE

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