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The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson, LL.D.

The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson, LL.D.

The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson, LL.D.

James Boswell

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
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Literatura de viajes
ISBN:
9781434433435
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The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides with Samuel Johnson, LL.D. is a travelogue by James Boswell, first published in 1785. This work documents the journey that Boswell and the renowned writer Samuel Johnson took to the Hebrides, a group of islands off the coast of Scotland, in 1773. The journal provides a detailed and vivid account of their travels, offering insights into the landscapes, people, and customs of the region during the 18th century.Boswell’s narrative is not just a travel diary; it also offers a rich portrait of Samuel Johnson, capturing his wit, wisdom, and personality through their conversations and experiences together. The book is filled with anecdotes, observations, and reflections that reveal both Boswell’s admiration for Johnson and his own perspective on the places they visited.The Journal of a Tour to the Hebrides is considered a significant work in both travel literature and biography, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into the friendship between Boswell and Johnson, as well as a fascinating look at Scottish culture during the period.

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