Sketches of Some of the Booksellers of the Time of Dr. Samuel Johnson

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Step back in time to the world of Dr. Samuel Johnson and the colorful characters who made up the London bookselling scene of the 18th century. In this collection of sketches, E. Marston brings to life the booksellers, printers, and publishers who worked alongside Johnson and helped shape literary history. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of bookselling or the literary culture of 18th century England.