--- product_id: 35303850 title: "The Life of Samuel Johnson (Penguin Classics)" brand: "james boswellchristopher hibbert" price: "€ 44.01" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/35303850-the-life-of-samuel-johnson-penguin-classics store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Cultural Insight Classic Literature Expertly Annotated The Life of Samuel Johnson (Penguin Classics) **Brand:** james boswellchristopher hibbert **Price:** € 44.01 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📚 Unlock the Wisdom of the Ages! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Life of Samuel Johnson (Penguin Classics) by james boswellchristopher hibbert - **How much does it cost?** € 44.01 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/35303850-the-life-of-samuel-johnson-penguin-classics) ## Best For - james boswellchristopher hibbert enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted james boswellchristopher hibbert brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Penguin Quality:** Enjoy a beautifully crafted edition. - • **Collector's Item:** Perfect for both readers and bibliophiles. - • **Timeless Classic:** Dive into the world of 18th-century literature. - • **Cultural Relevance:** Explore the impact of Johnson's work on modern thought. - • **In-Depth Annotations:** Gain insights from expert commentary. ## Overview The Life of Samuel Johnson, a Penguin Classics edition, offers a comprehensive look at the life and works of one of the most influential figures in English literature. This expertly annotated text provides readers with rich insights into Johnson's thoughts and the cultural context of his time, making it an essential addition to any literary collection. ## Description The Life of Samuel Johnson (Penguin Classics) ## Images ![The Life of Samuel Johnson (Penguin Classics) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51SYcshqmIL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Grat hitoric read *by J***S on Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2021* Enjoy the history of these literary heros. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Great book *by B***Y on Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2019* Great book ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars A surprising Read *by O***M on Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2021* The Life of Samuel Johnson was a surprise for me. Though I've often heard of this book, I procrastinated heavily on reading a 250 year old book about the stuffy man who wrote the dictionary. An Ill-conceived mistake on my part. I really loved this book. Boswell's characterization of Samuel Johnson is of course swayed by Boswell's infinite hero worship of the man, and its therefore true that Boswell's portrayal should be taken with a grain of 250 year old salt. What the book might lack in accuracy it makes up for in entertainment. Johnson is a highly complex figure with very Falstaffian dimensions. Larger than Life his presence can be felt through the book even centuries later. Johnson was a man who knew how to speak his mind in every sort of eloquent fashion, and was widely known not only for his books, but for his excellent skills in conversation. From my perspective, Johnson always came across as a tough and stodgy intellectual (ala Harold Bloom for today) but Boswell spends a lot of time defending his great friend and attesting to his friend's utter humanity. This can get pretty tiring over the course of 300 pages, let alone the unabridged 1,000+ pages. It is no surprise then that many people criticize Boswell for being an annoying, fawning, fangirl. In Boswell's defense, the Life of Samuel Johnson is a great work. It's not only a giant biography, but a great reminder to the importance of conversation. The hero's of Boswell's world are people who know how to talk meaningfully about meaningful things. In these modern, divisive times where stupidity has too great an influence over people, its nice to remember that people used to actually talk face to face to each other about kind of important things. Samuel Johnson, by today's standards, would count as a very offensive person. He had no qualms at all about slavery, Detested anyone who wasn't devoutly British, hated Americans to the core, thought women should stay in the proverbial kitchen, and lamented the ending of public hangings. But Boswell paints such an affectionate portrait, that I cannot help but admire the vigor, integrity, and intellect of this tremendously charismatic person. If that is not a sign of a great biography, I do not know what is. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Life of Samuel Johnson (Penguin Classics) - Footsteps: Adventures of a Romantic Biographer - The Quest for Corvo: An Experiment in Biography (New York Review Books Classics) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/35303850-the-life-of-samuel-johnson-penguin-classics](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/35303850-the-life-of-samuel-johnson-penguin-classics) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*