A Bibliography of the Works of Samuel Johnson : treating his published works from the beginnings to 1984 / compiled by J. D. Fleeman. Vol.1, 1731-1759
2000, First Edition. Oxford : Clarendon Press. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat rubbed and dust-toned as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Item #227550
ISBN: 0198122691
Physical description: V1 ; xliv, 999p. ; 24cm. Notes: Volume 1. Includes index and bibliography. Summary: This bibliography by the distinguished Johnson scholar, the late J.D. Fleeman, records Johnson's literary output in chronological order, illuminating not only his multifarious writings but also the development of his career and reputation as a professional writer. It reveals the range of his work and the variety of his anonymous contributions (some of them first identified by Fleeman). Detailed analysis of the works examined sheds light on the practices of the 18th century book trade, and undentified editions, early and late, many of which are valuable and unjustly neglected. The bibliography also lists new editions up to 1984, the bicentenary of Johnson's death, charting the course of his posthumous literary reputation. Subject: Johnson, Samuel 1709-1784 - Bibliography. Dates covered: 1731-1759. Literary studies: 16th to 18th centuries ; Bibliographies, catalogues, discographies. British Isles ; English ; c 1700 to c 1800. LITERARY CRITICISM / Reference / Bibliographies & Indexes / European / English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh.
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