Samuel Johnson’s Secret Relations: The Man, the Myth, the Mischievous Family Tree
What was the relationship between Boswell and Johnson? Boswell and Johnson’s relationship was like a literary odd couple, but with more quills and fewer sitcom laughs. Boswell, the eager biographer, was essentially Johnson’s biggest fanboy, while Johnson, the grumpy genius, tolerated Boswell’s adoration with a mix of exasperation and fondness.… Read More »Samuel Johnson’s Secret Relations: The Man, the Myth, the Mischievous Family Tree
