“What an insignificant life is this which I am now leading!”
Quote by James Boswell
Work
James Boswell: As His Contemporaries Saw Him
The volume presents a collection of perspectives and anecdotes from the time of James Boswell, providing a multifaceted view of his personality and influence. more
Author
James Boswell
James Boswell, born on October 29, 1740, and died on May 19, 1795, was a Scottish lawyer and writer. He is best known for his biography, 'The Life of Samuel Johnson,' which provides a detailed account of the life and thoughts of the 18th-century British writer Samuel Johnson. more
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