Description

An impressive 1866 edition of Boswell’s Life of Johnson, revised and expanded by John Wilson Croker, published by John Murray of Albemarle Street, London. This substantial volume offers an in-depth and richly detailed biography of Samuel Johnson, one of the most influential literary figures of the 18th century.

Elegantly bound in full leather, the book features intricate gilt tooling to the spine, a red morocco title label, and a charming gilt-embossed illustration of a historic building on the front cover. The binding shows signs of age and wear consistent with its vintage character, adding to its charm and authenticity.

Inside, this revised edition includes The Tour to the Hebrides and features several portrait illustrations. A cornerstone of literary biography, this work is a valuable addition to any collector’s shelf or traditional library