James Boswell
Scottish biographer whose The Life of Samuel Johnson is universally acknowledged as the greatest biography in the English language. Boswell's intimate daily record of Johnson's conversation, opinions, and humor created a new standard for biographical writing. His journals, published posthumously, are also remarkable self-portraits.
Works
- The Life of Samuel JohnsonClassic biography of 18th-century writer Samuel Johnson, famous for its intimate conversational portraits
- Journal of a Tour to the HebridesBoswell's travel journal documenting his 1773 Scottish journey with Samuel Johnson and their conversations
- London JournalBoswell's intimate personal journal recording his life, romances, and reflections in 1762–1763 London
- Boswell in HollandBoswell's personal account of his travels and education in Holland and continental Europe, 1763–1764
- Boswell on the Grand TourBoswell's travel diary chronicling his grand tour of Italy, France, and continental cultural centers
- Life of Samuel JohnsonClassic biography of 18th-century writer Samuel Johnson, famous for its intimate conversational portraits
- The Journals of James BoswellCollection of Boswell's personal journals, letters, and reflections spanning his entire adult life