Dr Johnson and Mr Savage

Holmes, Richard
Publication Date 1993
ISBN 9780340529744
Publisher Hodder & Stoughton,
Binding Hardcover
Condition Very good copy in good+ dust wrapper
SKU 10321
Notes Bumped to spine ends. A little rubbed to dust wrapper.

Description

Hardback. 260pp. The story of the friendship of Johnson famous man of letters and Savage poet, playwright and convicted murderer. Johnson's 'Life of Richard Savage' revolutionized the art of the biography and helped make Johnson's name. Also significant matter on Alexander Pope, James Boswell, Sir John Hawkins and Edward Cave. Of interest to the literary, cultural or social historians as well as those interested in eighteenth century London. Indexed. Endpapers printed with a map of London
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